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Dachshunds were originally from Germany, where they were bred to hunt badgers. Their long body length helped them dig and climb into burrows to get to the badgers. 'Dachshund' translates to ...
Image credits: cleodoxiepaws Breeders created two different sizes of Dachshunds: standard which weighs up to 35 pounds, and miniature - up to 11 pounds, with smooth, wirehaired, or longhaired coats.
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] The dachshund was ranked 9th in registrations with the American Kennel Club in 2022. [6]
Dustman, a bull and terrier dog used for badger-baiting. Sporting Magazine, 1812. Some dog breeds were specifically developed for badger-baiting whilst several other breeds were used in this task in addition to more general vermin control; breeds include the Dachshund [4] and terriers [5] like the bull and terrier [6] and the Jack Russell Terrier.
In German the Dachshund is known most commonly as the Dackel or Teckel (in Dutch). The breed was developed to scent, chase, and hunt badgers and other hole-dwelling animals. Dachshunds are widely recognisable, and several notable Dachshunds include Waldi, the mascot of the 1972 Summer Olympics and Odie in the Garfield: The Movie.
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The hunting encounter is controlled, and neither the dog nor the quarry (usually two rats) are endangered by the activity. In Canada, earthdog tests are sanctioned by the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC). In the United States, two major organizations sanction earthdog tests: the American Kennel Club (AKC) and the American Working Terrier Association ...
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