Breed Fact Sheet - Dachshund - Smooth Haired

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Dachshund Smooth Haired Details

Size: Dogs should not exceed 11.3 kg (25 lbs). Bitches should not exceed 10.4 kg (23 lbs).

Colour: Any colour other than white (except a white spot on breast), Nose and nails should be black. In red dogs a red nose is permissible but not desirable. In Chocolates and Dapples the nose may be brown or flesh coloured. In Dapples large spots of colour are undesirable, and the dog should be evenly dappled all over.

Coat: Short, dense and smooth, but strong. The hair on the underside of the tail coarse in texture; skin loose and supple, but fitting the dog closely all over, without much wrinkle.

General Appearance: Long and low, but with compact and well-muscled body, with short legs. Wedged shaped head with almond shaped eyes. Ears hang to the side of the head. Tail is long

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Temperament: Brave, Curious, Lively

Characteristics: The Dachshund should be clever, lively, courageous to the point of rashness, sagacious and obedient. He is especially suited for going to ground because of his low build, very strong forequarters and forelegs, long, strong jaw and the immense power of his bite and hold, His loose skin enables him to manoeuvre with ease for attack or defence.

Lifespan: 9 - 15 years If kept at a reasonable weight the dachshund can stay healthy and active to a good age.

Recommended for: Everyone.

Be Aware
# Can be diggers

TheDashchund pronounced dak-sund, originated in Germany, the word Dachs, in German means badger. They were breed to hunt and follow these animals under ground. The miniatures were breed to go after hare and rabbits. The Wire-haired came about from the crosses of the Dandie Dinmont lines and the Longhaired from crosses with the German Stoberhunds.
They are alert and very lively; they are also very affectionate and make good companions. Early socialisation is required in order to acclimate dachshunds to children, strangers and other animals. They are a breed that becomes quite attached to their family and usually one family member in particular, however, they will be less friendly with strangers.
Although eager to please they some times can be stubborn. Care should be taken so they don't have to jump around, as can cause damage to the spine. Dachshunds can live happily in a flat or house. In a home with stairs, Dachshunds should be discouraged from frequent travels up and down stairs as this will harm their elongated spines. If living in a place with a garden it must be very well fenced due to their hunting instincts. Bear in mind that Dachshunds were bred to 'go to ground' and can dig under many types of fencing.

Grooming- Smooth coated dachshunds should be groomed with a rubber glove once a week to remove dead hairs. This breed does shed.

Exercise- they are quite active for little dogs, so regular walks and plays are needed

Health- This breed is generally sound but some can be subject to genetic eye problems and skin problems. Watch out for back problems.
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DACHSHUND CLUB OF QLD
J Cross
Ph: (07)3209 7321

DACHSHUND CLUB OF VIC.
Secretary: Stephanie Goetze-Thies
Phone: 0434 530 505
email: brummeldax@optusnet.com.au
www.dcv.org.au