The dachshund (UK: DAKS-huund, -ənd, -huunt or US: DAHKS-huunt, -huund, -ənt; German: 'badger dog'), also known as the wiener dog or sausage dog, badger dog and doxie, is a short-legged, long-bodied, hound-type dog breed. The dog may be smooth-haired, wire-haired, or long-haired, with varied coloration.
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.
The dachshund was ranked 9th in registrations with the American Kennel Club in 2022.
