They are cute and cuddly dogs that are dated back to ancient Egypt. They are hunters of small prey, tirelessly energy, they are tirelessly energetic, clever and can easily get bored when left alone for too long.

These dogs are German dogs, and are easy to train. They are prone to spinal and disc problems, and care should be taken to ensure the dog does not jump from couches or places that are high off the ground relative to their height.

The Miniature Dachshund has a 16 year life span, and is a cheerful yet independent breed, and they have a tendency to bond strongly to one person. They are extremely intelligent and will take well to training as long as their independent nature it taken into consideration.