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15 Surprising Facts You Probably Don’t Know About Dachshunds

Published: Feb 28, 2023 by Annette Bondar · This post may contain affiliate links

Its no secret that Dachshunds (also known as, Weiner Dog) are one of the most popular dog breed from all over the world. But there are still some amazing facts about them that you didn't know. Here are 15 surprrising facts about them!

#1 There are different 15 colors and 6 combinations these dogs come in
two Dachshunds sleeping beside each other in bed
#2 “Dachs” translates like “badger” and “hund” means “dog”. So, Dachshunds are badger dogs
Dachshund puppy sitting on the couch
#3 You can find these dogs in three different sizes: standard (32 pounds), average and mine (11 pounds)
two Dachshund puppy lying in bed
#4 There are also 3 types of coats. These dogs can have longhaired, smooth and wire-haired coats
Dachshund dog lying on the grass
#5 Dachshunds are dogs that were the first Olympic mascot (1972)
Dachshund while sticking its tongue out
Treats, please?

#6 These dogs can leave up to 20 years
Dachshund in its owner's arms
#7 They love to eat a lot but have small stomachs. So, they are not allowed to eat too much to avoid different problems
Dachshund eating a banana
#8 Dachshunds are the smallest hunting dogs on Earth
Dachshund running at the park
#9 They love to jump a lot and that is why can have lots of problems with their backs
Dachshund outdoors in autumn
#10 Dachshund can become a really great watchdog
Dachshund sitting on the floor with begging eyes
#11 It is considered that hot dogs were named after the dogs of this breed
Dachshund in hotdog costume
#12 A Dachshund has become the first cloned dog in Great Britain
Dachshund looking itself in the mirrow
Mirror mirror on the wall, who's the prettiest of them all?

#13 These dogs are athletic; it is a bad idea to make them behave like lapdogs
Dachshund running in the park
#14 They can be prone to hereditary disease and different back issues
touching Dachshund puppy's face
#15 Dachshunds have surprisingly much bigger bark that you can expect

Dachshund sitting on the floor with its adorable begging eyes
Can you resist those sweet eyes?

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