The Dachshund, also known as
the wiener dog, badger dog, doxie, and sausage dog, is a short-legged, long-bodied,
hound-type dog breed.
The dog may be
smooth-haired, wire-haired, or long-haired. Coloration varies.
The dachshund was bred to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and other
burrow-dwelling animals. The miniature dachshund was bred to hunt small
animals such as rabbits.[5] According to the American Kennel Club, the
dachshund was ranked 9th in popularity among dog breeds in the United
States in 2022.