Meet Faline, a sweet Dachshund mix, and Lacey, a loving German Shepherd mix, both eagerly awaiting forever homes at Fuzzy Friends Rescue in Waco. AOL: Stunning Newfoundland-Australian Shepherd Mix Has Most Unique 'Cookies and Cream' Coat Americans still dig French bulldogs, retrievers and German shepherds. But dachshunds are becoming hot dogs.

Understanding the Context

For the first time in over two decades, the sausage-shaped hounds are in the top five most prevalent dog breeds ranked by the American Kennel Club. (AP video: Joseph B. Frederick) Many hybrid dogs like Labradoodles, Maltipoos, and Chiweenies have become somewhat commonplace. The mix of certain breeds gained popularity over the years where the resulting appearance is adorable ...

Key Insights

The Dachshund, [note 1] also known as the Dackel or Teckel, is a German breed of short-legged, long-bodied dog of hound type. It may be smooth-haired, wire-haired, or long-haired, in various colors. It was bred to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and other burrow -dwelling animals. Is the Dachshund the right breed for you? Learn more about the Dachshund including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard.

Final Thoughts

Is a Dachshund your perfect match? Get answers to your Dachshund questions on characteristics, temperament, history, and health with our Dachshund guide. Dachshund, dog breed of hound and terrier ancestry developed in Germany to pursue badgers into their burrows. The Dachshund (whose name means “badger dog” in German) is a long-bodied, characteristically lively dog with a deep chest, short legs, tapering muzzle, and long ears.