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No puppies at the Wienerville
Ranch
History - Definitive evidence
of the Dachshund as a breed isn't found
until the 16th century, when
reference was made to a "low crooked legged"
dog call a Little Burrow
Dog, Dacksel, or Badger Dog. the modern name
"Dachshund" means simply
badger dog. These tenacious huntes would
follow their quarry, enter
its burrow, pull it out, and kill it. The Dachshund
has since
found its real niche as a family pet, steadily rising in popularity
to hold a place as one of the most popular
hounds in America.
Temperament - Bold, curious,
and always up for adventure. It likes to
hunt and dig, tracking
by scent and going to ground after game. It is
independent but
will join in its family's activities whenever given a chance.
It is
good with children in its own fmily, but some may snap at strange
children.
Most are reserved with strangers. Some bark. Some
miniatures are more
prone to be timid.
Upkeep - The Dachshund's
exercise requirements can be met with moderate
walks on leash and
games in the yard. It is amenable to city life or apartment
living, but it is still a
hunter at heart and enjoys forays into the wilds.
Size - Usually 16-32 pounds.
Wienerville Ranch
Las Vegas,
NV
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