Height: 14-19 inches (standard); 12-15 inches (miniature)
Weight: 16-32 pounds (standard); under 11 pounds (miniature)
Lifespan: 12-16 years
Colors: Solid red, black, and tan, red and tan, merle
Suitable for: Families with older children
Temperament: Devoted, playful, curious
The Dachshund is a tiny breed with small legs. They were originally developed to track, chase, and flush out badgers and similar burrowing game. Therefore, they had to be small enough to fit into holes. In fact, their name translates roughly to “badger dog.” A miniature Dachshund was bred to chase even smaller prey animals, like rabbits and mice.

These dogs come in an array of different colorations, including solid colors, merle, and brindle. While the shorthaired Dachshund is the most common, they also come with wired hair and long hair.

Today, these animals are largely kept as companion animals. They are quite small and make great pets. They ranked as the 12