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What is the length of a standard-sized Dachshund?

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Standard Dachshunds are usually about 9" at the withers, the FCI standard says that they should be longer than tall in a 1:1.7 or 1:1.8 ratio, so that would put the length of a correctly sized and proportioned dog as about 15-16". read more

Dachshunds are among the healthiest breeds of dogs. Their long bodies make them prone to spine injuries, however, so consider helping your Dachshund onto higher surfaces like couches, car seats, or beds. read more

The AKC Dachshund breed standard is divided into a few specific categories, such as appearance and coat types. Appearance standards The (AKC) standard specifies that a Dachshund should be low to ground, long in body and short of leg. read more