Long-haired Dachshunds: What You Need To Know Before Owning A Long-haired Dachshund

The long-haired dachshund is a beautiful and elegant dog. She definitely stands out with her long shiny hair. This breed is believed to be a mix of the Smooth-Coated Dachshund, bred with Spaniels or German Dachshunds. The long-haired Dachshund really began to gain popularity and respect in 1923 after winning at Crufts, a well-known dog show.

The longhaired Dachshund was kept primarily as a pet in America until 1931, when it was first registered with the AKC and began competing in dog shows. In the 1940’s, the first long-haired Dachshund won the award of all awards… Best in Show. This is a very popular breed of dog and makes a great companion and family dog.

Long-haired dachshund puppies have a coat that is very similar to that of an Irish setter. It is slightly wavy, shiny, smooth, longer on the underside of the body, the ears, and behind the legs. The dog’s hair is longest on the underside of the tail, which forms a flag as it ages, while the shortest hair is found on the dog’s back. If the dog has very thick hair on its legs, known as mop, it is considered a fault. Most vets and breeders will tell you to clip their legs if the hair gets too long. These Dachshunds require quite a bit of grooming and trimming to maintain their long coat and keep it in top condition. It doesn’t require much, but daily brushing will go a long way. Due to their long coats, Longhaired Dachshunds were not always suitable for hunting on land, so they were used quite often as hunting dogs.

These Dachshunds are known to be the calmest and gentlest of the three varieties, but this of course depends on the individual dog. Their temperament is known to be very sweet and affectionate. Long-haired dachshund puppies are also considered the aristocratic of dachshunds, with a dignified appearance and a charming and affectionate nature.

Dachshund puppies come in a variety of colors and patterns. They can be a single color, red or cream, or two-tone, including chocolate (and tan), black (and tan), fawn, grey, mottled, or brindle pattern.

In general, owning a long-haired Dachshund makes a wonderful pup. They are beautiful dogs, known for their gentleness and loyalty. They are less agile than their smooth-haired friends and love to love and be loved. As long as they are properly fed and cared for, the Longhaired Dachshund will be a part of your family and will be a part of your family for a long time, outliving many other pets. Be sure to start training and educating your Dachshund puppy as soon as possible, as the Dachshund breed is known to be a bit more challenging when it comes to housebreaking and educating. However, they are clever and intelligent pups and they will be your best friend. If you find this cute pup attractive, a long-haired Dachshund might be perfect for you and your family. It’s hard to have just one of these little guys!