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Why do dachshunds have webbed feet?
Dachshunds don't have webbed feet as they weren't originally bred as water dogs.
Has anyone ever bred dachshunds and toy fox terriers?
I've heard of fox terriers and dachshunds being bred, here: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/t/toyratdoxie.htm
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.
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.
What animal were dachshunds originally bred to hunt?
They were initially bred to hunt badgers. They can hunt burrowing animals like rabbits and foxes.
Why are dachshunds back legs longer than their front legs?
This is just the way that they have been bred over generations. Humans have selected the dog's with the desired physical characteristics and bred those dog's to carry on the desired genes. Dachshunds are now being bred for looks, rather than purpose, which means that strange abnormalities like this can appear.
What dogs are bread to make the Doberman?
Two dachshunds. Dachshunds are hounds bred to chase and flush burrow-dwelling critters. They originated in Germany and their name means Dachs - Badger and Hund - hound.
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.
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.
Why were dachshunds bred?
The answer is within the name itself. Dachshund is German and translated means Badger Dog. They were bred short and long to go into burrows after badgers and other burrowing creatures to flush them out.
When was the dachshund discovered?
Dachshunds were first bred in the early 1600's in Germany to flush out badgers from their sets underground. At this time, Dachshunds had longer legs and were much more suited to being a working breed than the show standard Dachshund of today.
Are there certain patterned dachshunds that shouldn't be bred together?
Yes, breeding two dachshunds with the same pattern, such as double dapple, should be avoided due to the risk of producing puppies with serious health issues like blindness and deafness. It's important to consult with a veterinarian or a reputable breeder to ensure responsible breeding practices.
