Dachshund
12–16
lifespan (years)
7–15
weight (kg)
small
size class
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BASED ON AKC BREED DATA
About the Dachshund
The Dachshund is bold, curious, and famously long-bodied — a small hound with a big personality. Dachshunds are a small breed and tend to be long-lived.
Caring for a Dachshund
The back. The long spine is fragile. Discourage jumping on and off furniture and support the back when lifting.
Weight. Extra weight badly strains a Dachshund spine. Keep this dog lean above all else.
Senior years. Dachshunds often live well into their teens. Watch the back and dental health as they age.
Dachshund questions
How long do Dachshunds live?
Dachshunds typically live 12 to 16 years — long-lived, as small breeds usually are.
When is a Dachshund a senior?
A Dachshund is generally considered senior around age 9 to 10.
Do Dachshunds age slowly?
Yes. As a small breed the Dachshund ages gradually after about age two.
Lifespan data: American Kennel Club breed profile — akc.org/dog-breeds/dachshund
Guides about aging in Dachshunds
- How long do Dachshunds live? Dachshunds live 12 to 16 years on average. The breed's signature disease is IVDD, and the prevention research is more counterintuitive than most realise.
- Why do small dogs live longer than big dogs? Small dogs often outlive big dogs by years. Here is the simple reason why, and what it means for your dog.
- Dog life stages explained Puppy, adolescent, adult, senior. The four life stages of a dog and what each one needs.
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