A Dachshund at a community dog race

A Dachshund at a community dog race

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Breed or variety record

Dachshund

dog breed

Part of Dog

Explore the Dachshund in The Ark Is Earth's educational archive.

Summary

A long-bodied, short-legged hound developed to pursue animals underground; the breed has two sizes and three coat types.

Quick facts

  • The AKC describes Dachshunds as long-backed, short-legged hounds available in two sizes and three coat types.

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Species context

Dog (Canis lupus familiaris)