• ​Breed: Dachshund

• Temperament: Friendly, Curious, Spunky

• Height: 8-9 inches (standard), 5-6 inches (miniature)

• Weight: 16-32 pounds (standard), 11 pounds & under (miniature)

• Life Expectancy: 12-16 years

• GENERAL APPEARANCE:

Low to ground, long in body and short of leg, with robust muscular development;

the skin is elastic and pliable without excessive wrinkling. Appearing neither crippled, awkward, nor cramped in his capacity for movement, the Dachshund is well-balanced with bold and confident head carriage and intelligent, alert facial expression. His hunting spirit, good nose, loud tongue and distinctive build make him well-suited for below-ground work and for beating the bush. His keen nose gives him an advantage over most other breeds for trailing.