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Dachshunds for sale

Originally bred in Germany to hunt badgers this determined short legged dog has retained much of its hunting instincts that were particularly valued in the early days.

The Dachshund has a reputation for being loyal and enjoying the company of its owners. They are not always accepting of strangers, especially children who they may feel threatened by and can become snappy towards. The Dachshund is a little dog that has lots of personality and will decide for itself rather than be told, training can present many challenges with their unwillingness to comply at times.

The Dachshund has a characteristically long body on short legs. There is the standard size weighing 7-13kgs, with a height of 10-11 and the much smaller Miniature Dachshund 3.5-4.5kgs and only reaching a height of 8ï¿½. There are 3 coat types smooth, long and wire haired. They have a wide range of acceptable colours by breeding standards.

Caring for this dog would need to include a daily walk, which will help to prevent obesity with the accompanying risk of spinal problems developing. The long haired variety would require more grooming than the short or wire haired. The other consideration is the need for a balanced and restricted dietary intake to avoid obesity that is so prevalent with this breed.

There is an increased likelihood of visual and hearing problems presenting when both parents are dapple responsible breeding programs would avoid this scenario.

The life expectancy is 12-14years.

The word Dachshund is German, meaning Badger Dog. Sausage Dog it their frequently used nickname.

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9/02/2012	STUNNING PUREBRED MINIATURE DACHSHUNDS -Excellent con: 1BLK/TAN and 1choc/TAN males....1 blk/tan and 1 choc/tan females ready too go 4/4/12. puppies will be well socialised . WD/VACCS/MC.These great pure friends will delight whom ever ...	Neurea	621
25/01/2012	Miniature Dachshunds Puppies -1 Male sold 1 female sold 1 female sold All Puppies are sold but if you are interested in a beautiful dachshund we will be having another litter from our chocolate and tan beauty....	Stoneville	253
29/11/2011	Blue American Dachshund puppies in Aus ALL SOLD - Miniature dachshund puppies - 4 x blue and 2 x Isobella colour. 5 girls and 1 boy. These puppies were imported inutero - the mum is a blue girl imported from USA and the dad remains in America. We be...	Bathurst	637

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