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They were initially bred to hunt badgers. They can hunt burrowing animals like rabbits and foxes.
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Do dachshunds have a natural enemies?
dachshunds do have a natural enemy. the only one that I know of is the badger this animal is the animal that they have been bred to hunt.
Animal in the genus panthera which the Rhodesian Ridgeback was originally bred to hunt?
The answer to what genus is the Rhodesian Ridgeback originally bred to hunt is a Lion
For what purpose were dachshunds originally?
To hunt smaller animals such as weasels and moles.
Can beagles hunt?
Yes. They are hounds that were originally bred to hunt.
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.
Where are dachshunds dimistocated?
They're domesticated everywhere. They were originally from Germany though, to hunt underground animals
Why do dachshunds dig?
Dachshunds were bred to hunt badgers. The long, narrow body, small head, pointed nose and strong digging instinct were designed for the animal to dig into the burrows of small animals. Even though they are almost entirely house pets today, they have retained their traditional attributes.
How did dachshund come into the English language?
The word "dachshund" originated in Germany, where "dach" means badger and "hund" means dog. Dachshunds were originally bred to hunt badgers, hence the name. The term was adopted into English in the 19th century.
What do Dachshund Dog hunt?
from what i have heard when we used to breed them, was that they were bred to hunt badgers and other smaller ground dwelling mammals. their short stature was perfect for going into holes and dragging out the animal they were after. As to why they were bred to be long bodied, i haven't figured that one out yet, but am really interested in learning.
What were dachshunds bred to do?
hunting badgers. this is why dachshunds are ideally shaped for badger burrows, are highly intelligent and independent, LOVE to dig (and burrow under blankets), have large ribcages for inside-burrow breathing, are keen scent-trackers, and can be very tenacious if in "attack" mode.
Where are dachshunds from?
Dachshunds were originally from Germany. The name means 'Badger Dog' i.e. a dog that could hunt out badgers in the narrow spaces of an underground badger sett (hence the short legs).
Animal in the genus panthera which rhodesian ridgeback bred to hunt?
Lion
