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Dachshund (Kaninchen Smooth Haired)


General Information - Dachshund (Kaninchen Smooth Haired)


Group:
Hound

Size:
medium

Lifespan:
12-14 years

Exercise:
low

Grooming:
very low

Trainability:
medium

Watchdog ability:
very high

Protection ability:
low

Area of Origin:
Germany

Date of Origin:
1500s

Other Names:
Rabbit Dackel or Rabbit Teckel,

Original Function:
flushing badgers



History

The Dachshund, also called Dackel or Teckel, has been known since the Middle Ages. From the Bracken, dogs especially suitable for hunting below ground were consistently bred. From these short-legged dogs, the Dachshund evolved and is recognised as one of the most versatile hunting breeds. He also shows excellent performance above ground, hunting while giving tongue, flushing and tracking wounded game. The oldest Club devoted to the breeding of Dachshunds is the "Deutsche Teckelklub" e.V., founded in 1888.
For decades the Dachshund has been in three different sizes (Teckel, Miniature Teckel and Rabbit Teckel) and in three different coat varieties (Smooth-haired, Wire-haired and Long-haired), resulting in nine varieties.

General Appearance

Low, short legged, elongated but compact build, very muscular with cheeky, challenging head carriage and alert facial expression. His build allows agile, quick work above and below ground. Sexual dimorphism is noticeable.

Important Proportions

With a ground clearance of about one third of the height at withers, the body length (from the point of manubrium of sternum to the point of the buttock) should be in harmonious relation to height at withers, about 1.7 - 1.8 : 1.

Temperament

Friendly by nature, neither fearful nor aggressive, with even temperament. Passionate, persistent and fast hunting dog with an excellent nose.

Upkeep

Although Dachshunds are active, their exercise requirements can be met with moderate walks on leash and games in the yard. The Dachshund is amenable to city life or apartment living, but it is still a hunter at heart and enjoys forays into the wilds. Although it can live outdoors in warm weather, it does best when sleeping inside. The long coat requires brushing or combing once or twice weekly and occasional trimming of stray hairs.

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