* Small, low-slung, long-bodied dogs with short legs
* Well-balanced and muscular
* Intelligent and lively expression
Head
* Long and narrow with a pronounced stop
* Eyes are dark and almond-shaped
* Ears are long and pendulous, hanging close to the head
Body
* Long and rectangular, with a deep chest and a slightly arched back
* Legs are short and muscular, with powerful thighs
* Feet are large and round, with well-padded toes
Tail
* Long and thin, carried low when relaxed and raised when excited
Coat
* Smooth, long, or wirehaired
* Coat colors include red, black, cream, chocolate, and blue
Size
* Miniature dachshunds weigh up to 11 pounds
* Standard dachshunds weigh between 16 and 32 pounds
Temperament
* Dachshunds are friendly, intelligent, and lively dogs
* They are devoted companions and make excellent family pets
* They can be stubborn and independent, but they are also very trainable
Lifespan
* Dachshunds typically live for 12 to 15 years