The dachshund
is a short-legged, long-bodied dog breed belonging to the hound family. The
standard size dachshund was bred to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and
other burrow-dwelling animals, while the miniature dachshund was developed to
hunt smaller prey such as rabbits. In the American West they have also been
used to hunt prairie dogs. Today, they are bred for conformation shows and as
family pets. Some dachshunds participate in earthdog trials. According to the
AKC, the dachshund continues to remain one of the top 10 dog breeds in the
United States of America. Source
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