Int. Champion Extraordinary Esprit Kalokagathia Fai

Photo courtesy of Anamsunamon
Breeder of International Champion
Longhaired Dachshunds, Czech Republic

The Dachshund is also called Dackel or Teckel, the Normalgrosse Teckel, Dachslein or Smooth-haired Standard Dachshund to distinguish it from the Miniature version. Its original task was to go to earth to attack badgers and other burrowing animals. Its German name means Badger Dog and functionally this is a terrier, not a hound. In personality, the breed is clever, mischievous, energetic, affectionate, good-tempered and trainable.

The Dachshund whether classed as Standard or Miniature sized, is a small dog to have in the house and is full of character. These small dogs do have a need to be amused and should be given plenty of room to exercise and run, either away from home or in the garden.
The Dachshund comes in three varieties of coat: Smooth, Wirehaired and Longhaired and is bred in two sizes, standard and miniature. Care should be taken with diet to ensure good steady growth without allowing them to become overweight.