Dwarf dachshund

If you enjoy cute animals and energetic dogs, you have undoubtedly heard of the endearing dwarf dachshund. These tiny dogs, sometimes referred to as "wiener dogs," have a lot of personality crammed into their tiny frames. They resemble sausages on stilts due to their long bodies and short legs, but they are much more interesting than that.

Dwarf dachshunds are renowned for being energetic dogs. They are intelligent, inquisitive, and vivacious, which makes them excellent companions for both individuals and families. Their amusing antics can make anyone’s day, whether they’re chasing after a toy or digging themselves a nice spot on the couch.

This breed has peculiarities all its own. Because dwarf dachshunds have a strong inclination to dig and explore, it’s important to keep their minds active. They can be a little stubborn at times, so extra patience may be needed during training. But they can pick up a lot of commands and tricks if they are loved and cared for.

Description of the breed dwarf dachshund and FCI standard

Take a picture of a dwarf dachshund in the outdoors before a team

1. Country of origin: Germany.
2. Using: a hunting breed for working in a hole and on the surface.
3. Classification FCI: Group 4 Dachshunds. With verification of working qualities.
4. General view: low, short -legged, stretched format, but a compact dog with strong muscles, proud of the head of the eye and an attentive expression on the eyes. Sexual dimorphism is pronounced. Mobile, active, fast.
5. Important proportions: with a distance to the ground equal to almost one third of the height at the withers, the length of the body should have a harmonious relationship with the height at the withers, approximately 1: 1.7-1.8.
6. Behavior/Character: friendly, courageous, hardy, with a balanced temperament.
7. Head: elongated in length when viewed from above and from the side, tapering evenly toward the nose, but not pointed. Superciliary arches are clearly defined. Top and nose long, narrow.
8. Skull: rather flat, smoothly turning into a slightly convex bridge of the nose.
9. Stop: slightly defined.
10. Nose: nose well developed.
11. Muzzle: long, wide, powerful. Opens wide, with the corners of the lips reaching the level of the eyes.
12. Jaws/Teeth: upper and lower jaws are well developed. Correct scissor bite with uniform and tight closure. Ideal option full dental formula 42 teeth.
13. Lips: tightly fitting, well covering the lower jaw.

A picture of a small dachshund with a side stand

An image of a red miniature dachshund

• Shoulder blades: with flexible muscles. Long, sloping, tightly fitting to the chest.
• Shoulders: Long, strong, well muscled, close to the ribs, easily mobile, set at right angles to the shoulder blade.
• Elbows: Neither turned in nor out.
• Forearms: Short, distance from the ground approximately one third of the height of the dog at the withers. As straight as possible.
• Wrists: Slightly closer together than the shoulders.
• Pasterns: Seen from the side, the pastern should be neither steep nor noticeably arched forward.
• Forefeet: Toes well closed, feet rounded, with strong soft pads and short strong nails. Fifth toe non-functional, but cannot be removed.

• Thighs: Good length, powerfully muscled.
• Stifle: Broad, strong with a pronounced angle.
• Left thigh: Short, set almost at right angles to the thigh, well muscled.
• Hock: Sinewy, dry.
• Metacarpus: comparatively long, mobile relative to the shin, slightly arched forward.
• Hind legs: toes tight, paws round. Pads strong.

Picture of a dwarf dachshund with wire hair

• Smooth-haired dachshund: Coat short, thick, shiny, close-fitting, strong without bald spots. Tail graceful, completely but not excessively covered with hair. Slightly longer awn on the underside of the tail is not a fault.
• Wire-haired dachshund: Coat, except for the muzzle, eyebrows and ears, evenly fitting over the entire body, thick, hard topcoat with undercoat. A distinct beard on the muzzle. Thick eyebrows. Hair on the ears is shorter than on the body, almost smooth. Hair on the tail is good and even, close-fitting.
• Longhaired Dachshund: The coat is straight, shiny with undercoat, close to the body, longer on the neck and on the lower part of the body, with feathering on the ears, significantly longer on the back of the limbs, reaching its greatest length on the lower part of the tail, forming a continuous train.

• Chest circumference from 30 to 35 cm, measured at the age of not less than 15 months.

• M3 (molar 3) are not taken into account when evaluating.
• The absence of two P1 (premolar 1) is not considered a fault.
• A fault is the absence of one P2, if all other teeth except M3 are present, as well as any deviation from the correct bite, for example. pincer bite.

• Frail, high-legged with a heavy gait.
• Other dental defects that differ from those listed in the section "Faults" or "Disqualifying faults".
• "Glass eyes" in any dogs, except harlequin.
• Pointed ears, ears with a lot of folds.
• Body sagging between the shoulder blades.
• Sagging, carp-shaped (arched) back.
• Weak loin.
• Strongly upturned topline (croup higher than the withers).
• Weakly developed chest.
• Greyhound-like undercut.
• Poor fore and hindquarter angulation.
• Thin, unmuscular hindquarters.
• Cow-hipped, barrel-shaped limbs.
• Paws turned in or turned out too much.
• Splayed toes.
• Heavy, clumsy, waddling movements.

• Coat too thin, bald spots on ears ("leather ear"), bald spots in other places.
• Coarse, long coat.
• Brush tail (covered along its entire length with protruding bristly hair).
• Partially or completely bald tail.

• Soft hair, no matter – short or long.
• Long hair sticking out in different directions.
• Curly or wavy hair.
• Soft hair on the head.
• Tail with a plume.
• Absence of a beard.
• Absence of undercoat.
• "Smooth coat".

• Coat of the same length over the entire body.
• Wavy or shaggy hair.
• Absence of plume on the tail.
• Absence of fringing (hanging hair) on ears.
• "Smooth coat".
• Hair on the back that is heavily parted.
• Hair between the toes that is too long.

• A timid or aggressive nature.
• Overshot, undershot, crossbite.
• Incorrect supplies of the lower fangs.
• Lack of one or more fangs, one or more incisors.
• Lack of other premolars or molar. Exceptions: the two P1 or one P2 listed in the "Disadvantages" section M3.
• Deformed chest.
• Any tail defects.
• Very loose shoulder blades.
• Kozinets – a vice of the front extremities of the dog: the bones of the heels are set steamed, and the joint of the wrist is given forward. With this defect, the sipiness of the limb is disturbed, when walking and jumping, the shocks do not soften and do not extinguish. Kozinetz – a fault in the position in which the carpus and pastern are curved forward. Sometimes there is a deflection of the heel forward, which is a serious disadvantage that interferes with the dog to move normally
• Black without tan; white with or without tan. Other colors not listed in the "Color" section.

Dogs that exhibit obvious physical flaws or behavioral abnormalities ought to be excluded.

Two fully developed seeds that are completely inside the scrotum are required for the male.

Due to their lively dispositions and distinctive looks, dwarf dachshunds are excellent companions for both individuals and families. Not only are their short legs and endearing, elongated bodies adorable, but they also have a long history of being expert hunters. This article looks at what makes them unique, how to take care of them, and how to make sure they live happy, healthy lives. Whether you’ve been a dachshund lover for a long time or are thinking about getting one for the first time, getting to know these wonderful dogs’ needs and eccentricities will make you appreciate them even more.

Dwarf dachshund color

Smooth-haired dachshund color

1. One-color: red, yellow-red, yellow, all of the listed colors with an admixture of black hair or without it. However, a clear color is preferable, and red is considered more valuable than yellow-red. Dogs with a significant admixture of black hair also belong to this group, and not to a group of other colors. White is undesirable, but isolated small spots are not considered a fault. Nose and nails are black; reddish-brown is also permissible, but undesirable.
2. Two-color: deep black or brown with rusty-brown or red tan above the eyes, on the sides of the mouth and on the lower lip, on the inner edge of the ear, on the forechest, on the inner and back surface of the limbs, on the feet, around the anus and further from about one-third to one-half of the lower part of the tail. In black, the nose and claws are black, in individuals of brown color – brown. White is undesirable, but isolated small spots are not considered a fault. Too extensive tan is undesirable.
3. Spotted (marbled, tiger): the main color is always dark (black, red or gray). Uneven gray or beige spots are desirable (large spots are undesirable). Neither color – dark or light – should predominate. The color of brindle dachshunds is red or yellow with dark stripes. Nose and claws – as in single- and two-color.

Color of wire-haired dachshunds

• Color from light to dark wild boar and red (color of dry leaves).
• Single-color
• Two-color
• Spotted (marbled, tiger)

Color of long-haired dachshunds

1. Single-color: red, yellow-red, yellow, all of the listed colors with or without an admixture of black hair.
2. Two-color: deep black or brown with rusty-brown or red tan above the eyes, on the sides of the mouth and on the lower lip, on the inner edge of the ear, on the forechest, on the inner and back surface of the limbs, on the paws, around the anus and then approximately one-third to half of the lower part of the tail.
3. Spotted (marble, brindle).

Character of a miniature dachshund

Is humor possible for a dog? Every owner of a miniature dachshund will respond favorably to this inquiry. There always seems to be a smile in these dogs’ perceptive and intelligent eyes.

Given that miniature dachshunds typically live more than ten years, the family will have a devoted companion and protector for a very long time.

They enjoy taking long walks and make fantastic companions for their owners. Dachshunds, though, are most fond of hunting. Even dogs who have never been taken hunting are eager to dig up every hole they come across because this instinct is so strong.

Even though they are gentle and obedient, tiny dachshunds can occasionally be fiercely independent and willing to fight for what is right. They are gregarious, curious, and intensely devoted to their owners at the same time.

As long as they don’t tease or offend her, gets along well with kids. These young ones will not put up with any disrespectful behavior toward them.

The miniature dachshund is an easy dog to train and learn, but raising one requires patience and, above all, a great deal of love and respect for this incredible creature. This breed is not suitable for the standard training methods. Raising your voice and imposing physical punishment is not appropriate. A dog’s character can be spoiled by rough treatment. It is essential to give credit for any accomplishment; you can and should offer it sincere praise. However, the most severe punishment for the dog will be temporary neglect if it is found guilty.

Pet owners of miniature dachshunds should be aware that while these dogs are incredibly loving and amiable with their owners, they may act aggressively toward outsiders.

Because they are envious and self-centered, these crumbs do not always get along with other creatures.

Caring for a miniature dachshund

A small dachshund photo on the couch

An obvious advantage of the dwarf dachshund is its unpretentiousness in care. The coat is quite easy to keep in order.

A few minutes each day, along with a special rough mitten and soft cloth, are all that’s needed to keep a baby with smooth hair looking well-groomed. The pet should also be combed a few times a week.

A wire-haired dachshund needs to have its hair trimmed twice a year in addition to routine brushing. Although this can be completed in a specialist dog beauty salon, many knowledgeable owners handle this process themselves.

Long-haired animals need to be combed every day to prevent lumps and tangles of wool.

Take a bath as soon as it gets dirty or every ten days. Examine your pet’s teeth and ears on a regular basis. Raise the hanging ears and use a moist cloth to clean the shell.

A claw cutter is used twice a month to trim the claws, and a file is used to file the sharp ends. After the pet’s claws are trimmed, you can run with it on the asphalt if it reacts painfully to the process and won’t let you file it.

Examine the eyes daily; if they start to become sour, rinse with diluted black tea. Get in touch with your veterinarian right away if your dog exhibits red, watery, or sour eyes.

Diet of a miniature dachshund

What is the ideal diet for miniature dachshunds, assuming all the training and care aspects are clear? Which kind of food—natural or specialty dry goods—should I choose? There is no definitive answer available; the owner makes the final decision.

Though it’s important to remember that dachshunds can become obese and should never be overfed, depriving a puppy of food can have very detrimental long-term effects.

Every food type has benefits and drawbacks of its own.

Of course, feeding natural products is an option if you have the necessary knowledge and free time. But to make sure the food is balanced, which can be challenging, such food needs to be supplemented with vitamins and minerals and closely watched. Only a specialized reference book can be used to determine a product’s energy value and caloric content.

The quantity of meals utilizing natural products:

• Puppies up to four months old – 5-6 times a day
• Puppies from four to eight months – 3-4 times a day
• Teenagers and adult dogs – 1-2 times a day (depending on the caloric content of the products)

It is preferable to select dry food after speaking with knowledgeable breeders and resisting the urge to buy it because of TV advertisements. Dog food that has already been prepared is convenient because you can always check the ingredients on the package to determine the right portion for your dog.

The most crucial piece of advice is to never combine different types of food.

The puppy’s transition from breast milk to dry food is the only exception. Currently, it is advised to feed the infant low-fat dairy products for nutritional purposes.

A picture of a puppy wire-haired dachshund

Number of meals consisting of dry food:

• Puppies up to four months old – 4 times a day
• Puppies from four to eight months – 3 times a day
• Teenagers and adult dogs – 2 times a day

Furthermore, it’s crucial to know what to feed and how to do it properly. The dog should eat at the same time each day according to a routine. Food should be taken out of the bowl if any is still there. Talented begging dogs, dachshunds can attempt to grovel with the most pitiful eyes for something delicious when the timing is not right. You must not mistreat the pet in order to protect its health.

Mini dachshund diseases

• epilepsy
• diabetes
• obesity
• problems with intervertebral discs, which can lead to paralysis.
• heart disease
• urinary tract infections
• cataracts

Photo of a miniature dachshund

Video of a dachshund

Feature	Description
Size	Small and compact, typically weighing 11-20 pounds.
Coat	Comes in smooth, longhaired, or wirehaired varieties.
Temperament	Playful, curious, and often a bit stubborn.
Exercise Needs	Moderate; daily walks and playtime are important.
Health Issues	Prone to back problems and obesity, so watch their diet.
Training	Can be trained, but patience is key due to their independent nature.

Dwarf dachshunds combine a playful nature with a charming appearance, making them genuinely unique companions. Their personalities come through in every interaction, and their long bodies and short legs make them instantly recognizable. These tiny dogs know how to make a home happy, whether they are energetically chasing after a toy or burrowing into a comfortable spot.

Loyalty is among the best qualities of dwarf dachshunds. They are known to be protective and have a tendency to build close relationships with their families. Because of this, they make excellent pets because they frequently grow to be more than just animals and become members of the family. Because of their loving disposition, they adore spending time cuddling and bonding with their people.

Of course, owning a dwarf dachshund comes with its own set of responsibilities. They require regular exercise to maintain their happiness and health. Playtime and quick walks are ideal ways to release their energy. Furthermore, considering their particular body structure, it is imperative to monitor their back health. These tiny dogs can grow and provide countless hours of happiness if given the proper care and attention.

To sum up, dwarf dachshunds make wonderful pets because they are devoted, sociable, and full of personality. Prepare yourself for a devoted companion who will keep you occupied if you’re thinking about bringing one into your family. They are a treasured addition to any home because of their loving disposition and playful nature.

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