Is A Dachshund Right For You?
Is A Dachshund The Perfect Dog For You?
by Lee Dobbins
If you want a funny looking dog that makes a great traveling companion, than the dachshunds may be for you!
This breed which originated in Germany was originally used to hunt badgers. His long body strong jaws and short legs make him a perfect candidate for charging into holes to retrieve small animals.
Today, however, dachsunds are mainly used as pets where they prove to be courageous, loyal and sometimes comedic.
Dachshunds actually come in a large variety. There are three different types of coats, the shorthaired, the long-haired, and the wire haired. (more…)
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