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Dachshund Wirehaired
dog breed
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Weight
3.5–9 kg
Size
Small
Lifespan
12–16 ans
Energy
Élevé
Coat
Brun, feu, caramel, sable, arlequin, chocolat
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Wirehaired Dachshund is known to be the most sociable and most docile of all Dachshunds. It is also the most sought-after Dachshund. It originates from Germany. Originally, the Dachshund is a hunting dog and blood-tracking dog (which aims to find dead or injured animals from blood traces). There are three sizes (adult size at 15 months): standard (+ 35 cm chest circumference; weight: less than 9 kg), miniature (maximum 35 cm chest circumference; weight: approx.
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4 kg), Kaninchen (maximum 30 cm chest circumference; weight: approx. 3.5 kg). As for height, the ideal proportion is 1/3 between the ground and the lowest point of the chest and 2/3 between this point and the withers. The coat of wirehaired Dachshunds is generally brown and tan, but can also, more rarely, be caramel-colored. There are also sand-colored coats, rarely harlequin and very rarely chocolate. It is a calm dog. It is very engaging and experiences real emotions.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Élevé
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Small size (3.5-9 kg), adapts to most housing.
- 2Life expectancy: 12 to 16 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of daily activity for balance.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
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Dry food suited to the Dachshund Wirehaired
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What human age for a dachshund wirehaired ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 12–16 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
5 à 9 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
28years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +4 per year for a petit dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a dachshund wirehaired ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
103 g
per day · 390 kcal
52 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dachshund Wirehaired
Is a Wirehaired Dachshund suitable for apartment living?+
How much exercise per day for a Wirehaired Dachshund?+
What is the life expectancy of a Wirehaired Dachshund?+
Is a Wirehaired Dachshund good with children?+
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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