The dapple pattern is expressed as lighter coloured areas contrasting with the darker base. Well ribbed up, underline gradually merging into line of abdomen. Be aware they can bark loudly. to Badger Dog, and named Teckel in its native country. Toes close together with a decided arch to each toe, strong regularly placed nails, thick and firm pads. Dachshunds were bred to hunt and burrow for badgers and the miniature was Stber. the German word for "badger", while hund is the word for "dog". Special Given the nickname the "Weiner dog" they as pets and are highly popular in not only Europe, but American and A Breed Standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament and appearance of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function with soundness essential. Regular exercise is important to the Dachshund, as with a bristle brush. bold. Each come in two sizes: Standard and Miniature. They before them. All colours permitted but no white permissible, save for a small patch on chest which is permitted but not desirable. The name of the breed ranges from Little Burrow Dog, Dacksel, Pied, tricolour and the dilute colours Isabella and blue are highly undesirable. The Coat: Smooth-haired - dense, short and smooth. intelligent and lively breed who will need firm training to prevent Sloping shoulders, back reasonably level, blending harmoniously between withers and slightly arched loin. Health Issues: Do not let them become overweight or jump from Correctly placed foreleg should cover the lowest point of the keel. High. Length from tip of nose to eyes equal to length from eyes to occiput. Dogs must stand true i.e. years. are prone to hunt, dig, track and follow small animals underground. According to stories, the When viewed from front, thorax full and oval; when viewed from side or above, full volumed so allowing, by its ample capacity, complete development of heart and lungs. Weight: Standard - Long-haired - soft and straight, and only slightly Bold, defiant carriage of head and intelligent expression. and under. They are curious and have a strong desire to hunt. Breed Standards - KUSA Protocol for Adopting Breed Standards, Promotion of Access to Information Act No.2 of 2002, Notice - Beware Puppy Farming and Scammers, New Club Affiliations & Club Constitutions. genetic eye diseases if strict genetic selection is not adhered to. In 1866 the breed was on exhibition in Britain, 16-32 lbs., Miniature - 11 lbs. Long, appearing conical when seen from above; from side tapering uniformly to tip of nose. existed as far back as the 16th century, described as a "low crooked Australia as well. Wire-haired - short, straight and harsh with a long Watch-dog: Very Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum. Temperament: Dachshunds are lively, intelligent, courageous and bold. owner of a Dachshund who desires a small, active, personable breed should friendly and outgoing. are not overly friendly to strangers, and enjoy their families privately. Only clinically and functionally healthy dogs with breed typical conformation should be used for breeding. Neither the light nor the dark colour should predominate. They are wary of strangers, and will alert their long-haired. Viewed from in front or behind, the legs and feet should move parallel to each other with the distance apart being the width of the shoulder and hip joints respectively. Dry shampoo or bathe when necessary. Forward edge touching cheek. Loin short and strong. In Wire Haired, particularly, ridges over eyes strongly prominent, giving appearance of slightly broader skull. Coat flat, and not obscuring outline. legged" dog. To create the variety we have today, Dachshunds bark, and they bark loud. They have a strong desire to hunt, as they own a Dachshund in England. Shoulder blades long, broad and placed firmly and obliquely (45 degrees to the horizontal) upon very robust rib cage. wire-haired version, and the Stber had a paw in the Dachshunds are an fun-loving and get very involved in a family environment. Living Environment: Excellent pet for an The Dachshund is adaptable and devoted. The Dandie Dinmont contributed to the Today Dachshunds are bred Learning Desired maximum weight 5 kgs (11 lbs). are low to the ground, long in body and short of leg with robust muscular Breeders and judges should at all times be mindful of features which could be detrimental in any way to the health, welfare or soundness of this breed. will show if you have a garden or backyard. They come in hound colors, allowed to have spots of Nose and nails black in all colours except chocolate/tan and chocolate dapple where they are brown. Obedience - Medium. They are also subject to equally on all parts of the foot. The and later given a breed standard in 1873. Intelligent, lively, courageous to the point of rashness, obedient. socialised when young to accept cats. Life Span: 12 - 14 Long-Haired: Soft and straight, or only slightly waved; longest under neck, on underparts of body and behind legs, where it forms abundant feathering, on tail where it forms a flag. smooth-haired Dachshund is the original strain, the wire-haired and the began. smooth-haired dachshund has little body odor and can be occasional rubbed Long, muscular, clean with no dewlap, slightly arched, running in graceful lines into shoulders, carried proudly forward. They can be independent, but still enjoy being Care and Exercise: Wire- and Long-haired Dachshunds need regular brushing wavy. With Children: Very good! Dachshunds may be Should be free and flowing. Dachshunds makes an excellent family dog. Lower thigh short, set at right angles to upper thigh and well-muscled. Description: Sporty and devoted, First came the smooth haired Dachshund, and then the other two followed. Front feet full, broad, deep, close knit, straight or very slightly turned out. Needs: Grooming, socialization. creation of the long-haired type. apartment or house, city or country. Complete dentition important. Set high and not too far forward. They are unafraid of challenges, and curious for adventures. obesity. Upper thigh set at right angles to pelvis, strong and of good length. Upper arm lies close to ribs but able to move freely. 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Exhibits which appear thin and undernourished should be severely penalised. History: Dachshunds are known to have Skull only slightly arched. Albert, her new husband brought more Dachshunds to the British, and the Four years later the English part of the family. Long, strong jaw, and immense power of bite and hold. Some of them Soon after her marriage to the German Prince long-haired were attained by crossing the smooth-haired with other breeds Dachshund Club was formed, and in 1895 the Dachshund Club of America Dark except in chocolates where they can be lighter. colors but white. The Teckel are somewhat fragile in their backs, They were used as a tourist attraction, Dachshunds are derived from the oldest breeds of German hunting dogs. Dachs is Activity: Loves indoors and outdoors that the family offers. An Continues line of spine, but slightly curved, without kinks or twists, not carried too high or touching ground when at rest. playful, fun-loving and intelligent. inches. "Take your time,when choosing your Dachshund puppy ". All Rights Reserved. Dachshund was kept in the Hound group because of a difficulty with slightly aggressive to strangers. They have a natural instinct to go 4 puppies. Body sufficiently clear of ground to allow free movement. Rump full, broad and strong, pliant muscles. Teckel (Miniature: Zwergteckel), "Weiner Dog", "Sausage Dog". undercoat. Double dapple (where varying amounts of white occur all over the body in addition to the dapple pattern) is unacceptable. Mobile, and when at attention, back of ear directed forward and outward. Rate: High. breed gained popularity. They are and should be kept on a healthy diet to prevent back problems from Dachshunds are fun, feisty and Breast bone strong and so prominent that a depression appears on either side of it in front. Colors: All such as spaniels, pinschers and Dandie Dinmont Terriers. Must be Litter Size: 3 - In dapples one or both wall eyes permissible. rented out to take walks and to be played with. disobedience. Gergweis, Germany, has held the owners of unusual behavior. Too much hair on feet undesirable. Although independent, Dachshunds still crave the attention and belonging heights, as their backs are prone to injury. Dachshunds are actually Terriers. Stride should be long with the drive coming from the hindquarters when viewed from the side. translating the name into English. Height at the withers should be half the length of the body, measured from breastbone to rear thigh. Dachshunds have a loud bark to alert their owners, they are Queen Victoria in 1839 was the first to They are friendly, good-natured and affectionate, as well as With Pets: Bossy but co-exist peacefully with other dogs. Height: Standard - 8 - 9 inches; Miniature - 5 - 6 were bred with spaniels, pinschers, Dandie Dinmont Terriers and the German Other Names: Normalgrosse Legs when seen behind set well apart, straight and parallel. title of "Dachshund Capital of the World", in which Dachshunds once Special Skills: Family pet and hunting dog for above or below ground. they have a tendency to put on weight and become lazy. to ground after animals. train than smooth-haired, but they have a mind of their own and require High. patience and consistency. Problem-Solving - There are three varieties of Dachshunds; smooth-haired, wire-haired and Some are still used in Europe as hunters. make a good watch dog with a surprisingly loud bark. Essential that functional build is retained to ensure working ability. development. Obesity can lead to back problems. Especially suited to going to ground because of low build, very strong forequarters and forelegs. outnumbered people two to one. down with a damp cloth. Teeth strongly developed, powerful canine teeth fitting closely. Forearm short and strong in bone, inclining slightly inwards; when seen in profile moderately straight, must not bend forward or knuckle over, which indicates unsoundness. Miniature ideal weight: 4.5 kgs (10 lbs). Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree and its effect on the health and welfare of the dog and on the dogs ability to performs its traditional work. Despite their small size they Jaws strong, with a perfect, regular and complete scissor bite i.e. Upper arm the same length as shoulder blade, set at 90 degrees to it, very strong and covered with hard, supple muscles. The Dachshund has an intelligent, alert, facial expression. Training: Long-haired Doxies are easier to Neither too broad nor too narrow, sloping gradually without prominent stop into slightly arched muzzle. to do well in an apartment or house. The Dachshund is an adaptable dog, able be consistent and patient. Moderately long and full muscled. They 2016 Kennel Union of Southern Africa. Croup long, full, robustly muscled, only slightly sloping towards tail. wary of strangers. Outside of ears well feathered. Hind feet smaller and narrower. care to control their diet as they will normally eat whatever is placed Dachshunds need Strong jaw bones, not too square or snipey, but opening wide. Dachshunds are affectionate, Medium size, almond shaped, set obliquely. created to hunt hares. Lips well stretched, neatly covering lower jaw. Moderately long and low with no exaggeration; compact, well-muscled body, with enough ground clearance to allow free movement. Country of Origin: Germany They make excellent watch dogs! Broad, of moderate length and well rounded (not pointed or folded). Excellent nose, persevering hunter and tracker. Pelvis strong, set obliquely and not too short. upper teeth closely overlapping lower teeth and set square to the jaws. white on the chest, or dappled all over, although this is undesirable.