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yes, they are of German origin.
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They were origially bred to hunt badgers and the literal translation is badger dog
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoDachshund IS a German word and translates literally as badger dog. The more common term is Dackel
Pronounced daks hund (short u-sound as in put)
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What does 'dachshunds' mean in German?
Daschund in German is still daschund. Daschund is German. You should have worded your question to ask what this breed name means in English, and it means badgerdog.
What animals like to eat dachshunds?
Mostly Badgers, Dachshund means Badger Dog in German.
What is a good name for a red Dacshund?
Rufus is good because it means red in latin, Also since Dachshunds are German breed I named mine Kaiser Wilhelm the second after the German Emporer
What information do you have about Dachshunds?
There is a wealth of information available on dachshunds on the link below.
How long have dachshunds been on earth?
Shorthaired and Longhaired Dachshunds had appeared in Europe since the 15th century, and Wirehaired Dachshunds were first bred in 1790.
Why are dashaunds weird?
If you're referring to the dog, the correct spelling of the name is "dachshund". It's from German and means Badger Hound. In what way do you find Dachshunds weird?
Why do people call dachshunds weenie or sausage dogs?
Because dachshunds have long bodies like frankfurters. They are adorably cute!!!!! I love my dachshunds! And because they have nothing better to do....
Do dachshunds have predators?
no
What are facts about dachshunds?
Miniature Dachshunds have long bodies because they were bred to go down holes and hunt badgers They were bred Germany. In German dachs means 'badger' and hund means 'dog'. A dachshund is actually a mix of English, French and German hounds and terriers. According to dachshund owners, these dogs are funny, cute and lively dogs who are favoured among kids.Dachshund literally means "badger dog" and they were originally bred to hunt badgers and other small animals. The Dachshund is from Germany. There are three types of Dachshunds, the Standard, the Rabbit or Toy, and the Dwarf or Miniature.
What do dachshunds look like?
Dachshunds are adorable. Long skinny short hot dog dogs :)
Do dachshunds have a memory?
Dachshunds are dogs. Dogs have memories. Yes. Yes. Just like everything else.
Why do dachshunds have webbed feet?
Dachshunds don't have webbed feet as they weren't originally bred as water dogs.
