Dachshund (Miniature Smooth Haired)
X-Small Size
Moderate shedding
Good for first time owners
In its native Germany and many other countries, there are 9, not 6, varieties of Dachshund, with the Rabbit size as well as the Standard and Miniature. Smaller than the Mini, the Rabbit size is very dinky!
FACT SHEET
Someone looking for an easy-care coat - one quick once-over with a hound glove and it's done!
Someone who wants a naturally friendly, outgoing pet. The Smooth is said to be a little more timid than the other coat types, but it's nothing that good, early socialisation and training can't overcome.
Mini Smooth Dachshund
None
Germany
X-Small
Small enough to carry when needed
Medium (About an hour)
Doesn't have to be a solid hour, you can give them lots of short walks.
Smooth
Dogs that you mainly just need to polish! But be warned - short haired dogs moult all the time!
Moderate shedding
All canines drop some hair, think of it as dog glitter!
13 years
Yes
HOW IT WORKS
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