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•   Dachshund Dog - Breed Information Germany is recognized as the country of origin of the Dachshund. The breed's rootstock is thought to be a dwarf mutation of the taller hounds of the true German type. As early as the 17th century, the name "Dachshund" was applied to a breed type that encompassed smooth- and long-haired varieties. A third variety, the wirehair, was recognized in 1890. •   Dachshund Dog Pictures A collection of photos and pictures of Dachshund dogs. None of these dogs or puppies are for sale, they are pets of the people who's names are listed with the photo. •   Dog Breed Pictures: Dachshund The Dachshund is a German breed, has an origin that is debatable: 1) it came over from Egypt (but how); 2) it is a descendent of the German brachets during the Middle Ages. •   Dachshund Breed Standard Dachshund - low to ground, long in body and short of leg with robust muscular development, the skin is elastic and pliable without excessive wrinkling. Appearing neither crippled, awkward, nor cramped in his capacity for movement, the Dachshund is well-balanced with bold and confident head carriage and intelligent, alert facial expression.