The Miniature Dachshund (or Dachsie) with a Rough Coat originally served as a hunting dog, particularly skilled at going into burrows to flush out game for hunters to catch. Considering that these dogs might encounter irate foxes underground and must make quick decisions about what to do, it’s understandable why a Dachshund might be a bit headstrong. If the breed were as soft-tempered as a Retriever, it could find itself in trouble if it waited for the owner’s command before taking action in a dangerous situation. Besides their independent nature, Dachshunds are also quite amusing.
There are three size variations: Kaninchen (rabbit), Miniature, and Standard. This size classification refers to the chest circumference rather than height or length, which reflects the size of the burrow they were traditionally used to fit into. Dachshunds come in three coat types: short-haired, rough-haired, and long-haired. I breed Miniature and Kaninchen variants with a rough coat. While red and wild boar colors are most common in my breeding program, the build is the primary factor in my selection. The breed is described in detail in the FCI breed standard, and at dog shows, the dog that best matches this standard is declared the winner. All my Dachshunds have participated in shows, and most have earned championship titles.
