{"id":183092,"date":"2022-07-16T08:15:33","date_gmt":"2022-07-16T08:15:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/"},"modified":"2022-07-16T08:15:33","modified_gmt":"2022-07-16T08:15:33","slug":"are-dachshunds-silly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/","title":{"rendered":"Are dachshunds silly?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Are_dachshunds_silly\" title=\"Are dachshunds silly?\">Are dachshunds silly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_are_3_types_of_dachshund\" title=\"What are 3 types of dachshund?\">What are 3 types of dachshund?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#How_old_is_Crusoe_The_dachshund\" title=\"How old is Crusoe The dachshund?\">How old is Crusoe The dachshund?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_is_the_rarest_dachshund\" title=\"What is the rarest dachshund?\">What is the rarest dachshund?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Are_dachshunds_dumb\" title=\"Are dachshunds dumb?\">Are dachshunds dumb?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_does_owning_a_Dachshund_say_about_you\" title=\"What does owning a Dachshund say about you?\">What does owning a Dachshund say about you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Are_dachshunds_over_dramatic\" title=\"Are dachshunds over dramatic?\">Are dachshunds over dramatic?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Do_dachshunds_have_attitude\" title=\"Do dachshunds have attitude?\">Do dachshunds have attitude?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_are_the_three_types_of_dachshund\" title=\"What are the three types of dachshund?\">What are the three types of dachshund?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_are_the_3_sizes_of_Dachshunds\" title=\"What are the 3 sizes of Dachshunds?\">What are the 3 sizes of Dachshunds?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_2_breeds_make_a_dachshund\" title=\"What 2 breeds make a dachshund?\">What 2 breeds make a dachshund?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_type_of_dachshund_is_the_best\" title=\"What type of dachshund is the best?\">What type of dachshund is the best?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Is_Crusoe_older_than_Oakley\" title=\"Is Crusoe older than Oakley?\">Is Crusoe older than Oakley?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_happened_to_Crusoe_The_dachshund_2020\" title=\"What happened to Crusoe The dachshund 2020?\">What happened to Crusoe The dachshund 2020?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#How_old_is_the_oldest_dachshund_on_record\" title=\"How old is the oldest dachshund on record?\">How old is the oldest dachshund on record?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Where_is_Oakley_Crusoes_brother\" title=\"Where is Oakley Crusoe&#8217;s brother?\">Where is Oakley Crusoe&#8217;s brother?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Are_dapple_Dachshunds_rare\" title=\"Are dapple Dachshunds rare?\">Are dapple Dachshunds rare?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_are_the_3_types_of_Dachshunds\" title=\"What are the 3 types of Dachshunds?\">What are the 3 types of Dachshunds?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Are_red_dapple_Dachshunds_rare\" title=\"Are red dapple Dachshunds rare?\">Are red dapple Dachshunds rare?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Is_there_such_a_thing_as_a_blue_Dachshund\" title=\"Is there such a thing as a blue Dachshund?\">Is there such a thing as a blue Dachshund?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#What_is_the_stupidest_dog_breed\" title=\"What is the stupidest dog breed?\">What is the stupidest dog breed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#How_much_IQ_does_a_dachshund_have\" title=\"How much IQ does a dachshund have?\">How much IQ does a dachshund have?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Is_dachshund_a_lazy_dog\" title=\"Is dachshund a lazy dog?\">Is dachshund a lazy dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Do_dachshunds_pick_a_favorite_person\" title=\"Do dachshunds pick a favorite person?\">Do dachshunds pick a favorite person?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dachshunds-silly\/#Are_dachshunds_good_for_first_time_owners\" title=\"Are dachshunds good for first time owners?\">Are dachshunds good for first time owners?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dachshunds_silly\"><\/span>Are dachshunds silly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Doxies typically don&#8217;t have a doggie odor and can usually go months between baths. Any unusual odor typically means there&#8217;s something medically amiss, and you&#8217;re smelling the results of the issue.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_3_types_of_dachshund\"><\/span>What are 3 types of dachshund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds are bred with three coat varieties: <b>(1) Smooth, (2) Long, and (3) Wirehaired, and is shown in two sizes: standard and miniature.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_is_Crusoe_The_dachshund\"><\/span>How old is Crusoe The dachshund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>age 12<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_rarest_dachshund\"><\/span>What is the rarest dachshund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The rarest Doxie coloration is <b>black, but all-white or all-chocolate of any of the coat types is also rare.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dachshunds_dumb\"><\/span>Are dachshunds dumb?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds are <b>average-intelligent dogs, according to canine psychologist, Stanley Coren. In fact, the breed is the 92nd smartest dog breed for working  obedience IQ. However, this low ranking is largely due to their stubborn nature.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_owning_a_Dachshund_say_about_you\"><\/span>What does owning a Dachshund say about you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds are <b>stubborn and brave, often acting as if invincible. When owners of dachshunds want something, they don&#8217;t give up until they get it. Dachshund owners love gardening and just like the dogs, digging up things. They can sometimes be bossy and often dislike not getting their own way.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dachshunds_over_dramatic\"><\/span>Are dachshunds over dramatic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>No.<\/b> The Dachshund is typically brave, bold, sometimes reckless and often barks with little (or no) provocation, but that doesn&#8217;t keep Doxie lovers from singing his praises.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dachshunds_have_attitude\"><\/span>Do dachshunds have attitude?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds are known for their <b>stubborn temperament which can be very frustrating for owners when it comes time to train their pet. Since they were bred to hunt and make decisions on their own, the independent streak creates stubbornness, making them difficult to train.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_three_types_of_dachshund\"><\/span>What are the three types of dachshund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds (pronounced DAKS hund  never dash-hound) come in three varieties: <b>smooth (shorthaired), wirehaired and longhaired. In the United States, Dachshunds are either miniature (11 pounds and under as an adult) or standard (usually between 16 and 32 pounds as an adult).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_3_sizes_of_Dachshunds\"><\/span>What are the 3 sizes of Dachshunds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds come in three sizes: <b>standard, miniature, and kaninchen (German for rabbit).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_2_breeds_make_a_dachshund\"><\/span>What 2 breeds make a dachshund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The dachshund was bred in Germany hundreds of years ago to hunt badgers. Dach means badger and hund means dog. The three varieties of dachshund, smooth-, wire-,and long-coated, originated at different times. The smooth was the first and arose from a mixture of a <b>miniature French pointer and a pinscher<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_dachshund_is_the_best\"><\/span>What type of dachshund is the best?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Shorthaired Dachshunds, also known as wiener dogs, are known for their elongated bodies, shorthaired coats, and very short legs. They are one of the most popular types of Dachshund. These loving companions make excellent house pets in quieter, calmer environments.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Crusoe_older_than_Oakley\"><\/span>Is Crusoe older than Oakley?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Crusoe  Family <b>Crusoe&#8217;s younger brother by 1.5 years, Oakley, was introduced shortly after Crusoe came on the scene, and has been by his side in many of their adventures. Then, in 2019, a new mischievous sister was introduced to the family who goes by Daphne!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happened_to_Crusoe_The_dachshund_2020\"><\/span>What happened to Crusoe The dachshund 2020?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Crusoe is doing well. Since the surgery was done at the OVC Animal Hospital at the University of Guelph, we were actually staying at Oakley&#8217;s house for a few days pre and post-op since it&#8217;s so much closer for us.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_is_the_oldest_dachshund_on_record\"><\/span>How old is the oldest dachshund on record?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The world&#8217;s oldest living dog is a miniature dachshund named Funny, aged <b>21 years 169 days (as verified on 12 November 2020).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_Oakley_Crusoes_brother\"><\/span>Where is Oakley Crusoe&#8217;s brother?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Crusoe lives in Ottawa, Canada, with his human pal\/manage\/promoter, 29-year-old Ryan Beauchesne. Although Crusoe&#8217;s brother Oakley <b>lives about five hours away in Toronto, the boys still get to hang a few times a year.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dapple_Dachshunds_rare\"><\/span>Are dapple Dachshunds rare?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Many breeders consider Dapple Dachshunds to be rare, and Dapple Dachshunds need to be bred carefully by responsible breeders to ensure they are healthy and don&#8217;t carry the double dose of the merle gene.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_3_types_of_Dachshunds\"><\/span>What are the 3 types of Dachshunds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds are bred with three coat varieties: <b>(1) Smooth, (2) Long, and (3) Wirehaired, and is shown in two sizes: standard and miniature.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_red_dapple_Dachshunds_rare\"><\/span>Are red dapple Dachshunds rare?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Red Dapple Doxies are by far the rarest. It is also important to note, however, that the Dapple coat is a pattern, not a color. The Dapple coat is a merle pattern, which is the contrasting lighter areas on a dark coat. The amount of spots on any given Dapple Doxie can vary greatly.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_such_a_thing_as_a_blue_Dachshund\"><\/span>Is there such a thing as a blue Dachshund?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although <b>Blue Dachshunds have been around for a while, they never fail to amaze anyone they meet. Their blueish tint is surely out of the ordinary, and strutting such a flashy puppy is undoubtedly an excellent conversation starter. This pooch has a stunning coat, and the breed is famous for its lively personality.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_stupidest_dog_breed\"><\/span>What is the stupidest dog breed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The 10 Dumbest Dog Breeds and Why They&#8217;ve Been Characterized as Dumb<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Afghan Hound. The Afghan Hound is the dumbest dog.  <\/li>\n<li>Basenji. Basenjis also make the list of dumbest dog breeds.  <\/li>\n<li>Bulldog. Bulldogs are known for their stubbornness.  <\/li>\n<li>Chow Chow. Chow Chows can also be difficult to train.  <\/li>\n<li>Borzoi.  <\/li>\n<li>Bloodhound.  <\/li>\n<li>Pekingese.  <\/li>\n<li>Beagle.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_IQ_does_a_dachshund_have\"><\/span>How much IQ does a dachshund have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds are considered <b>average intelligence according to Professor Stanley Coren. With that being said, Stanley Coren ranks the Dachshund as #92 out of 138 on the canine intelligence list. Dachshunds fall under the average working\/obedience intelligence category.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_dachshund_a_lazy_dog\"><\/span>Is dachshund a lazy dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are Dachshunds Lazy? In my opinion, <b>no. If your Dachshund receives the right amount of daily exercise and proper nutrition, a couple of naps during the day and a good amount of sleep at night doesn&#8217;t mean they are lazy or low energy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dachshunds_pick_a_favorite_person\"><\/span>Do dachshunds pick a favorite person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes. <\/b><b>Dachshunds are a loyal breed and often attach intensely to one person (usually the one that feeds them or spends most time with them).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dachshunds_good_for_first_time_owners\"><\/span>Are dachshunds good for first time owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds may be a little stubborn, but <b>they&#8217;re an excellent dog if you are a first-time dog owner. As long as you are patient with them, they can be patient with you.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Are dachshunds silly?What are 3 types of dachshund?How old is Crusoe The dachshund?What is the rarest dachshund?Are dachshunds dumb?What does owning a Dachshund say about you?Are dachshunds over dramatic?Do dachshunds have attitude?What are the three types of dachshund?What are the 3 sizes of Dachshunds?What 2 breeds make a dachshund?What type of dachshund&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-183092","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183092"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=183092"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183092\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=183092"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=183092"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=183092"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}