--- title: "The Dachshund: Remarkable Facts about this Fierce Breed" id: "199589" type: "post" slug: "the-dachshund-remarkable-facts-about-this-fierce-breed" published_at: "2018-03-04T21:28:27+00:00" modified_at: "2018-03-04T21:28:27+00:00" url: "https://petlandbeavercreek.com/the-dachshund-remarkable-facts-about-this-fierce-breed/" markdown_url: "https://petlandbeavercreek.com/the-dachshund-remarkable-facts-about-this-fierce-breed.md" excerpt: "Let’s learn more about the famous “Weenie Dog”! Hello again all you dog lovers! Time for the next installment of our blog! The pup we’re thinking of this week is a quirky-shaped, fiercely loyal dog with a big personality in..." taxonomy_category: - "Dogs" --- [Home](https://petlandbeavercreek.com/) / [Blog](https://petlandbeavercreek.com/blog/) / [Dogs](https://petlandbeavercreek.com/category/uncategorized/) / **The Dachshund: Remarkable Facts about this Fierce Breed** [Dogs](https://petlandbeavercreek.com/category/uncategorized/) # The Dachshund: Remarkable Facts about this Fierce Breed March 4, 2018 · 3 min read · [COSMICK MEDIA](https://petlandbeavercreek.com/author/cosmick-media/) [Stay connected via Google News Follow us for the latest pet updates and guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandbeavercreek.com) ## **Let’s learn more about the famous “Weenie Dog”!** Hello again all you dog lovers! Time for the next installment of our blog! The pup we’re thinking of this week is a quirky-shaped, fiercely loyal dog with a big personality in a small package. Do you know which breed it is yet? The Dachshund! That’s right, the Dachshund has long been a popular breed in its 300 year history with famous owners such as Andy Warhol, Picasso and Queen Victoria. They were also the first Olympic mascot for the Munich Games in 1972! So read ahead for more interesting facts about this spunky little breed. Petland always has Dachshund puppies for sale! #### **So. Many. Kinds.** The AKC first recognized the Dachshund breed in 1885 and they were originally only black and tan and one size. However, since then, the Dachshund has become one of the breeds that have the most varieties recognized. The Dachshund comes in 12 standard colors and three different kinds of markings. They also have two accepted sizes, standard and miniature and their coats can be smooth, long or wire-haired. That’s a lot of choices for a new owner! #### **So, what’s with the “hot dog” body?** Because of the Dachshund’s unique shape, it makes it one of the most recognized breeds out there. However, they weren’t bred this way for cuteness! Over 300 years ago, they were originally bred to hunt badgers. Their name literally means “badger dog” in German. Their short legs and fierce nature allow them to enter badger dens and take on animals larger than they are in the small spaces. And as far as the body is concerned, it has been said that the modern day hot dog is, in fact, named after this spunky little breed as they were the favored companion of German butchers! Enjoying this read? You'll love our puppies. Adorable, vet-checked pups looking for their forever homes — available now. 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