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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.
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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 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 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.
What is DachStory?
DachStory is a book about Dachshunds that have an adventure and KILL AND EAT ALL CATS. I love Dachshunds because they are uniqe.
How many people in the world put cloths on dachshunds?
About over one thousand people put cloths on dachshunds.
How many toes do dachshunds have?
Most Dachshunds have eighteen toes, including the two dew claws on their front legs.
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.
Who brought dachshunds to America?
The Germans
