History and Origins of the DachshundThe History and Origins of the Dachshund is really interesting.The history of the Dachshund began in the early 1600s in Germany, when German breeders decided that they required a dog that could efficiently hunt badgers.This meant that they required a dog that was small in size but confident and bold in personality; a dedicated and energetic dog that would be brave enough to fight against badgers.The dog that they developed for this task has a good sense of smell and was willing and able to dig its way through dirt to the badger.The name Dachshund means badger dog.There are different types of Dachshund varying in size and coat; long, wire and short haired which are available in either standard or miniature sizes.This breed became popular is the USA during the early 1900s and increasing popular after WWI.This breed became officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 and it is listed under the hound group of dogs. | |