Dachshund


Germany can lay claim to the distinction of having created the breed. Dachshund, in German, means Badgerhound, or Badgerdog, a name which describes the reason for the breed's existance. The first reference to the hunting of badgers with dogs specifically bred for this purpose appears to have been made in 1560 by the writer, Jacques du Fouillous. His book, "La Veneries", containts woodcuts of the dogs in question. The dachshund as a breed has also been documented during the years 1550 - 1850 when German forester, gamekeepers and sportsmen of the landed aristocracy first used these dogs because of their affinity to go underground and fearlessly hunt the badger, a vicious, saber clawed antagonist weighing anywhere from 25 to 40 pounds. Considerably later, around 1700, von Hohberg mentions the same dogs being used to hunt badgers. Small dogs were used to drive the badger from his burrow, larger dogs to actually fight the animal. Through selective breeding the present day dachshund was developed. Of the three dachshund coats, there is evidence to suggest that the smooth coat and the wire coat were present in the ancestral dogs. Some authorities claim that the long coat was developed by introducing an old German spaniel type into the breed. It is difficult to believe that the Dachshund breeders of 300 years ago who, from all accounts would have risked the otherwise detrimental effect of crossing Spaniels into the existing stock of Dachshunds merely to obtain the Spaniel's long coat. Spaniels, while excellant bird dogs, have no characteristics which would have been appreciated in the Dachshunds. Crossing one breed with another is a very risky business because even with the best of intentions, the proficient breeder may end up with something undesirable. Earliest records show that the Dachshund were imported to America between 1879 and 1885 when eleven appeared in the American Kennel Club Stud Book. The breed appeared even earlier in Great Britian, namely in the 1850's. The English Dachshund club was found in 1881. Until after World War I, most of the the Dachshunds in America were owned either by Germans, German-Americans or individuals with German connections. The War itself, and the backlash of anti German sentiment caused a setback to the breed in the United States. This backlash occurred again during World War II, but by this time there were many more Dachshund owners and breeders in the United States and through their efforts, a successful educational campaign was waged against the prejudical sentiments against the Dachshund. The Dachshund Club of America, Inc., has been a memeber of the American Kennel Club since 1895 when the present breed standard adopted by the DCA was approved.

General Information

Misc

Clubs

  • The Dachshund Club of America - Official site. Polls, information on upcoming events, show results and pictures, frequently asked questions, and membership application.
  • Dachshunds A to Z - Private group comprised of breed enthusiasts promoting rescue and discussing topics such as breeding, health, showing. Application to join.
  • Dallas - Ft. Worth Dachshund Club - Dedicated to the development of breed. Information on available activities such as field trials, agility, earth dog competitions, and conformation. Rescue information, forums, and educational articles.
  • South African Dachshund Club - Pictures, breed history, show results, and club information.
  • The Wirehaired Dachshund Club - United Kingdom-based breed club. Information on miniature and standard wirehaired Dachshunds, show schedule and results, and club history.
Rescues And Shelters

  • Almost Home Dachshund Rescue Society - Works in partnership with other rescue groups in the United States to find homes for dogs in need. Pictures of available dogs, happy ending stories, and memorials.
  • Asian and Hong Kong Dachshund Society - Rescues dachshunds, provides a platform of support and information to dachshund owners in Hong Kong, and organizes fun events. Lost and found listings, events calendar, and membership information.
  • Canadian Dachshund Rescue - Dedicated to the rescue and adoption of purebred and small breed mixes across the country. Breed information, adoption details, and profiles of available dogs. Based in Mississauga, Ontario.
  • Central Texas Dachshund Rescue - Events, breed and organization information, pictures of available dogs and history.
  • Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue - General breed information and pictures of rescued dogs available for adoption from all over the United States.
  • Dachshund Adoption and Rescue - Dedicated to rescuing and socializing abandoned, neglected, abused, orphaned and surrendered purebreds and breed mixes throughout the United States. Pictures of available dogs, how to help, and information on upcoming events.
  • The Dachshund Club of Southwestern Ohio's Rescue - Photographs of available dogs, online adoption application form, breed information, and rescue contacts.
  • Dachshund Rescue of North America - Organization with one sole purpose -- rescuing, rehabilitating and re-homing needy dachshunds and mostly dachshund mixes. Pictures of available dogs, application, and a description of their procedures.
  • The Dachshund Rescue Web Page - Maintains listings of dogs needing homes, breed information, and links to rescue contacts.
  • Dachsund Rescue of Bucks County - Helping dogs regardless of age, color, size or medical difficulty from Pennsylvania to Delaware to Southern New York. Photographs of available dogs including those with special needs, volunteer opportunities, and a rainbow bridge page.
  • Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas - Breed information, pictures of available dogs, happy ending stories, and a list of ways to help. Serving San Antonio and the surrounding areas.
  • Florida Dachshund Rescue - Volunteer organization that rescues, rehabilitates, and places for adoption dogs that are neglected, abused or rejected in Florida and the southeast United States. Pictures of dogs in need of homes, foster application, and memorials.
  • Houston Dachshund Rescue - Organization dedicated to rehabilitating and re-homing members of the breed in need of a second chance. Pictures and descriptions of available dogs and adoption policies.
  • New Mexico Dachshund Rescue - Contact information for a non-profit group of volunteers photographs of adoptable dogs, adoption policies, and success stories.
  • Promised Land Sanctuary - Offers a home for senior and special needs dogs. Photographs, success stories, and newsletters. Gardendale, Texas.
  • The Wild Wiener Ranch - Photographs of dogs available for adoption and frequently asked questions. Cincinnati, Ohio.
Breeders

  • Avonlea - Pictures of their long-haired dogs and links.
  • Decibels Dachshunds - Small kennel with longhair miniature dogs. Photographs, pedigrees, and show results, as well as information about breeding and showing.
  • D'JaÄ¡chshunds - Kennel history, show results, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Hacienda Dachshunds Malaysia - Raising standard smooth and long haired dogs. Pictures and show news.
  • Kennel Tranevang - Raising long and wire haired dogs. Pictures, pedigrees, news, and litter announcements.
  • L'Inimitabile Dachshunds - Smooth and long haired standard dogs. Photograph gallery, pedigrees, and news.
  • Tacskó ‹¥nnel - Smoothhaired Dacshund Kennel- Kurtzhaar Dachshund - Pictures, show results, and pedigrees.
  • Dachsiedowns Kennels - Raising miniature longhaired dogs. Photograph gallery and news.
  • Elphyn - Raising miniature wirehaired dogs. Kennel information with photographs.
  • Jamakin - Raising long hair miniatures. Kennel information, photographs, and pedigrees.
  • Keaton Kennels - Breeders of standard longhaired dogs. Photographs and pedigrees.
  • Uneetoile Kennels - Breeders of miniature smooth haired and miniature wire haired dogs.
  • Careanuff Kennel - Miniature and standard smooth breeder. Pictures of their dogs and litter announcements.
  • Cuddlesalot - Kennel and breed history, care tips, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Dufailloux - Standard smooth-haired dogs.
  • Hometerv - Miniature longhaired dogs for pet or show. Pictures and pedigrees.
  • Lady Avalon Kennels - Raising miniatures. Photographs, breed standard, and litter announcements.
  • Nasusa Kennel - Raising miniature wire haired dogs. Kennel history, litter announcements, photographs and pedigrees.
  • Radkey Kennels - Breeder of miniature, long haired dogs. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Rusty Creek Kennel - Canadian breeder of miniature long haired dogs. Show pictures and pedigrees.
  • Treasure Kennels - Breeding and exhibiting miniatures. Housetraining tips, pictures of their dogs, and a description of the breed standard.
  • Wiretap Kennel - Breeder and exhibitor of standard wirehairs. Pictures, pedigrees, and breeding plans.
  • Withensea Kennels - Breeder of standard wire-haired dogs. Kennel history, show news, litter announcements, and photograph gallery.
  • Aslan - Raising miniature long haired dogs. Kennel history, breed characteristics, care tips, and photographs.
  • Barok - Raising dogs for show. Showing advice, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • D'Arisca - Raising smooth coated dogs for show. Kennel history and photographs.
  • Philbo Kennels - Breeder and exhibitor of silver and chocolate dapple dogs. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Tekelbury - Kennel information with photographs and a forum.
  • Von Emma Kennels - Photograph gallery and breeding plans for their miniatures.
  • ABQ Doxies - Raising miniatures. Pictures and pedigrees.
  • Accordino's TLC Kennel - Small family kennel raising long and shorthaired dogs for companions. Information on their breeding program and pictures.
  • Andeldox - Miniatures for show. Pictures and show pictures.
  • Andrades - Pictures and pedigrees of their miniatures.
  • Auslagen - Kennel and breed history, litter announcements, purchase contract, and photographs of their miniatures.
  • Badowskis - Kennel history and photographs of their miniature dogs.
  • BC Sundance - Pictures and litter announcements.
  • Bear Creek Kennel - Raising miniatures with smooth and long coats. Breed standard, photographs, and litter announcements.
  • Big Red - Standard smooth red dogs. Pictures, litter announcements, and dog quotes.
  • B.J.'s Kennel - Producing all varieties of this breed. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Buddachs Kennel - Breeding plans and photographs of their longhair miniatures.
  • C & G's McLilpaws - Miniature dogs with smooth and long coats. Photograph gallery and litter announcements.
  • C5 Farm - Pictures and contact information.
  • Carol's Kennel - Litter announcements, pictures, and breed description.
  • Ceedox - Miniature smooth and wirehaired dog breeder. Pictures of their dogs and litter announcements.
  • Chesadachs Ranch - Small home-based breeder of AKC dogs. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Chipworth Kennels - Raising dogs with smooth or long-coats and specializes in dilute colors in both solids and dapples.
  • Chocolate and Tan Miniature Dachshunds - Pictures and news.
  • Cole's Kennel - Raising smooth and long haired dogs. Litter announcements, photographs, and pricing information.
  • Collindox Kennel - Small kennel specializing in piebalds, brindles, and solid blacks. Photographs and a description of the breed.
  • Copia's Kennel - Raising smooth coated dogs for agilty, field tracking, and earthdog trials. Pictures and sales contract.
  • Copper Creek - Breeders of show and companion miniature dogs who believe in natural feeding and has a holistic view on health. Photograph album and show news.
  • Cottonwood Kennel - Raising ministaure.Pictures and contact information.
  • Criscross - Photographs and show news.
  • CYNMAC Kennels - Raising dogs for show. Pictures and news. Dorchester, South Carolina.
  • Dachshund Alley - Miniature smooth and longhair dogs. Photographs and litter announcements.
  • Dachshund Lane Kennels - Pictures, pedigrees, and breeding plans.
  • Dachsies of the Rockies - Miniature dogs of all coats types. Photographs and breeding plans.
  • Dachsue's Kennel - Kennel history, pedigrees, litter announcements, customer testimonials, and photographs of the dogs.
  • Dalmar Kennels - Raising miniatures. Photographs and pricing information.
  • Darlene's Kennel - Breeder of shorthaired and longhaired dogs. Kennel information and litter announcements.
  • D-D Mac Kennels - Long-haired dogs. Pictures, frequently asked questions about the breed, and kennel information.
  • Dear Courtney Enterprises - Specializing in long haired dogs. Pictures and a bulletin board.
  • Delightful Dachshunds - Home-raised smooth and longhair miniature dogs in various colors. Photograph gallery and litter announcements.
  • Denhaven Farm - Wire, smooth, and long hair dogs. Kennel history, litter announcements, list of show accomplishments, and photographs.
  • Diamond Doxies - Breeds miniature dogs in various colors. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Diane's Doxies - Site describes pet therapy program, how to care for new puppies, the kennel's breeding practices, and photographs.
  • Di's Kennel - Kennel information, photographs, and litter announcements..
  • Dj's Doxies - Small breeder. Photograph album of their miniatures, sales contract, newsletter, and show diary.
  • Dogs Long - Breeder of smooth, wire, and long haired miniature dogs in all colors. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs
  • Dogwood Farm - Raising long and smooth coated miniatures. Photographs and breeding schedule.
  • Dominos - Producing dogs in all three coat types. Pictures and contact information.
  • Doxhund.com - Specializing in miniature creams, dapples, and solid colors. Photographs and litter announcements.
  • Doxi Dolls - Raising miniature dogs in both long and smooth coat. Pictures, breeding schedule, and customer testimonials.
  • Doxie's - Breeder of miniature dogs. Photograph gallery of breed colors, breed information, message board, and online book store.
  • Dragonkeep - Miniatures in all coat types. Pictures and show news.
  • Dream-A-Dream Kennels - Pictures, pedigrees, and litter announcements.
  • Duchwood Kennels - Miniature smooth piebalds for show, obedience, agility, and earth dog trials. Pictures, news, and litter announcements.
  • Dufour's - Smooth and long coated dogs for show and pets. Pictures, pedigrees, and litter announcements.
  • Durdach Kennel - Miniature dogs bred for type and temperament. Forum, basic care tips, and show news.
  • East Front Delldachs - Kennel history, pedigrees, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Elkhorn Kennels - A small home-based breeder raising miniature dogs for show and companionship. Kennel and breed history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Elysium - Breeder of longhaired dogs. News, photograph gallery, and canine humor.
  • Fair Winds Kennel - Producing standards and miniatures for show. Photograph gallery and litter announcements.
  • Faulkdach - Breeder of miniature dogs in all three coats: long , smooth and wire haired. Kennel description and litter announcements.
  • Garlin Kennel - Raising miniature dogs in Loganville, Georgia. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • GBdachs Kennel - Texas-based kennel breeding all coats and most colors including imported English creams. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Ginns - Litter announcements, photographs of their miniatures, and breeding schedule.
  • Globus Dogs - Long hair miniature dogs from English bloodlines. Pictures and news.
  • GoodyGoody Gum-Dachs - Raising smooth coated miniatures. News, pricing guide, litter announcements, their code of ethics, and tips for new owners.
  • Green Mountain Doxies - Producing miniatures. Photopgraphs, breeding schedule, and poems.
  • Grendox - Miniature dogs in all three coat types. Litter announcements, breed standard, and pictures.
  • Handy's - Raising miniatures. Photograph gallery, litter announcements, and care tips.
  • Hannah's - Pictures and pedigrees of their show dogs.
  • Hardy Mini Doxies - Pictures, breeding schedule, and pedigrees.
  • Heider - Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Hickory Dickory - Raising miniature long haired dogs. Photographs and litter announcements.
  • Hidden Cedars - Breeders of miniature dogs in Texas. Photographs and litter announcements.
  • Honeydach's Kennels - Raising smooth and long coated dogs for show. Pictures and litter announcements.
  • Howell's - Miniature smooth dog breeder. Kennel history and photographs.
  • Hyderdach - A small show kennel in Alaska. Kennel history, show accomplishments, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Jam's Doxies - Raising miniatures for companions. Litter announcements and photographs.
  • Jaserie's Animal Creations - Raising miniatures. Specializing in all colors including English creams. Breeding plans, pictures, and pedigrees
  • JBD Doxies - Breeding dogs with smooth and long coats. Breeding schedule, photographs, description of kennel practices, and rescue information.
  • Jodelar - Raising standard dogs for show. Pictures and pedigrees.
  • Kafon Kennels - Kennel information with photographs and breeding plans. Assorted colors, coats, and patterns.
  • Kajun Kennels - Raising miniatures. Litter announcements and photographs.
  • Li'l Dachs - Miniatures with smooth and long coats. Pictures, litter announcements, and rescue links.
  • Lil Texas Doxies - Raising miniatures. Photographs, pedigrees, and a description of the breed standard.
  • Little Land Kennels - News, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • LLB Kennels - Raising miniatures and standards in both long and smooth coats. Litter announcements and photographs.
  • Long N Lean Doxies - Specialize in piebalds and English creams. Pictures, pedigrees, and breed history.
  • Lookout Mountain - Raising miniatures in Georgia. Photograph album, breeding plans, and tips for caring for a new puppy.
  • Lovable & Luscious Pets - Raising miniatures. Litter announcements and photographs.
  • M & B Kennels - Newsletter, photographs of their miniatures, and kennel history.
  • Mardachs Kennel - Breeding miniature longhair dogs in all colors. Litter announcements and photographs.
  • MGM Kennels - Photographs, guide to vaccinations, and breed standard.
  • Midnight Sun - Show kennel. Photographs and description of the breed standard.
  • ML Rivenburgh - Producing miniatures. Photographs, breed description, and health guarantee.
  • Mo-Jo Kennels - Kennel history, litter announcements, and pictures of available dogs.
  • Morgan's Kennel - Breeding miniature longhair dogs in all colors. Litter announcements and photographs.
  • Mtn. View - Photographs and kennel policies.
  • Nuforest - Raising dogs of all coat types for family pets, companions, and show dogs. Photographs, kennel history, show results, litter announcements, and testimonials.
  • Oaks of Seawillow - Smooth and long hair miniatures. Litter announcements and pictures.
  • Orion-Raljo Kennels - Breeder of miniature longhair dogs for show and companionship. Kennel history, photographs, and pedigrees.
  • Oxfordox - Raising miniatures. Pictures and pedigrees.
  • Paradice - Miniature dogs. Litter announcements and photographs.
  • Peacefull Hill Farm - Pictures of available dogs in a variety of colors.
  • Pepper Creek Ranch - Breeder of miniature dogs. News, pictures, and litter announcements.
  • Peyton's Doxies - Specializing in creams and piebalds. Pictures, pedigrees, and breed standard description.
  • PocoDots Hobby Farm - Specializes in the breeding of miniature piebalds of all coat types. Pictures and pedigrees.
  • Porth Kennels - Breeder of miniatures. Gallery of photographs, litter announcements, and contact information. Lexington, South Carolina.
  • Raisin'L - Litter announcements and links.
  • Rawls Kennel - Kennel policies and pictures of their miniatures.
  • Raylyn's Doxies - Raises miniature dogs in a variety of colors and coats. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Reid Ranch - Pictures and pedigrees.
  • Reighning Doxies - Raising long and smooth coated AKC registered miniatures. Litter announcements, brag page, and photographs.
  • Rendach - Breeding miniatures, both smooth and longhair, in a wide variety of colors and coat patterns. Pictures, breed standard, and their code of ethics.
  • Richards Kennel - Kennel information, breed history, and photographs.
  • Rockin' M - Pictures of their long haired standards and litter announcements.
  • Rocky Top Doxies - Producing miniatures in all varieties of color. Breeding plans, pictures, and litter announcements.
  • Romandachs - Small show breeder. Kennel history, show accomplishments, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Sabrdachs Kennel - Photographs and pedigrees.
  • Sauvage Creations - Miniature long and short haired dogs. Photograph gallery and pedigrees.
  • Shadow Ridge Farms - Raising miniatures. Kennel history and photographs.
  • Shamrock - Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Shamrock Lanes - Producing long, smooth, and wirehaired dogs. Photographs and breeding schedule.
  • Sherricks - Raising miniature smooth and wire dogs for show and pet. Pictures and news.
  • Sherry's Weiner Ranch - Breeding all sizes and coat types. Pictures and pedigrees.
  • SLR Kennel - Miniature and small standard dogs. Kennel history and litter announcements.
  • South Oregon Kennel - Producing miniature dogs in many color varieties. Pictures and litter announcements.
  • Spooner's - Raising miniatures. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Starlight - Small kennel. Kennel history, breed information, litter announcements, and photographs of their miniatures.
  • Strobels Wee Little Acres - Miniatures in a variety of color types. Photographs and litter announcements.
  • Sudio Dachshunds - Standard long haired and smooth coated dogs. Pictures, kennel history, and description of the breed.
  • Sugarland - Producing miniature long haired dogs. Pictures and kennel history.
  • Teal - Breeder, owner, handler of standard smooths. Kennel history, photograph album of dogs past and present, and articles on the breed.
  • Texas Delites - Raising miniatures. Photographs, health guarantee, and litter announcements.
  • Three D's - Raising miniatures and providing stud services. Photographs.
  • Tiny Pawz - Litter announcements and pictures of their miniatures.
  • Triniti Mini's - Breeding long and short haired miniature dogs. Kennel history, show news, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Vondaniel - Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Wade's Teenie Weenies - Breeder of miniature dogs. Pictures of their dogs and litter announcements.
  • Walking Weiner Kennel - Breeder has all three coat varieties. Raising dogs for show and pets. News, pictures and an application for potential buyers.
  • Weanie Babies - Family owned kennel. Kennel history, litter announcements, planned breedings, and photographs of their miniatures.
  • Weatherlys - Breeding longhair and smooth coated miniatures. Photographs and pedigrees.
  • Wendys Wieners - Long haired miniatures. Kennel history, litter announcements, and photographs.
  • Wild West Kennels - Raising miniatures. Photographs and litter announcements.
  • Wishing Wells Kennel - Their policies, photographs, and list of services.
  • YNot Dachshunds - Show kennel specializing miniature wire and smooth piebald dogs. Photographs and litter announcements.
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