They're low to the ground, long in the body, and utterly convinced they run the household. But where did the dachshund actually come from? This week on Doggone History, host Rich Napolitano digs into the surprisingly fierce backstory of one of the world's most recognizable breeds.
Long before they were curled up on couches and starring in wiener dog races, dachshunds were bred in Germany for a seriously gutsy job: tunneling underground to hunt badgers. In fact, their name literally translates to "badger dog." We'll trace how these tenacious little diggers evolved from tough hunting companions into royal favorites (Queen Victoria was a fan), how anti-German sentiment during World War I nearly tanked the breed's popularity in the U.S. Along the way, we'll cover the standard vs. miniature debate, the three coat types, and how the dachshund became a beloved household name.
Whether you own one, love one, or just appreciate a dog with more personality than legroom, this episode has something for you.
📝 Transcripts and past episodes: doggonehistory.com
Written, edited, and produced by Rich Napolitano. Original theme music by Rich Napolitano.
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