The dachshund (UK: /ˈdækshʊnd, -ənd, -hʊnt/ DAKS-huund, -⁠ənd, -⁠huunt or US: /ˈdɑːkshʊnt, -hʊnd, -ənt/ DAHKS-huunt, -⁠huund, -⁠ənt;[1][2][3][4] German: 'badger dog'), also known as the wiener dog or sausage dog, badger dog and doxie, is a short-legged, long-bodied, hound-type dog breed. The dog may be smooth-haired, wire-haired, or long-haired. Coloration varies.Traits

Height 

Miniature Dachshund: 5–6 in (13–15 cm) at the withers

Standard Dachshund: 8–9 in (20–23 cm) at the withers

Weight 

Miniature Dachshund: up to 11 pounds (5.0 kg)

Standard Dachshund: 16–32 lb (7.3–14.5 kg)

Coat Smooth-haired, Long-haired, Wire-haired

Colour Solid red, black & tan, chocolate & tan, dapple, brindle, piebald or blue.