Dachshund Breed Guide
Miniature Dachshund
Under 11 lbs
Bred for rabbit hunting, the Miniature Dachshund is a small, determined companion with a big personality. Covers IVDD prevention, singleton pregnancies, coat varieties, and newborn weight tracking for small litters.
View Breed Guide→Standard Dachshund
16–32 lbs
The original badger hunter — larger, stronger, and built for serious underground work. Covers IVDD management protocols, CDDY DNA testing, natural whelping guidance, and litters of 4–8 puppies.
View Breed Guide→Why two separate profiles?
While Miniature and Standard Dachshunds share the same breed heritage, their size difference affects litter size, birth weight ranges, whelping considerations, and growth expectations. Breeders working with each variety need size-specific guidance — particularly for newborn weight tracking, pregnancy monitoring, and IVDD management. Each profile is tailored to the realities of that size variety.