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A Dachshund may be short, but they’re long in body and personality. These dogs are stubborn and can be aggressive, but are extremely loyal, loving, and protective of their families. It takes patience to raise a Dachshund, but there are many rewards. Full-grown, they typically weigh 16-32 pounds and stand 8-9 inches tall.

Dachshunds are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Dachshunds fit best in homes where they can live indoors with their pet parents. Families with smaller children may want to choose a different breed, as Dachshunds can be a little too feisty and aggressive toward kids, especially if they don’t understand how to treat a dog with respect. They're very vocal and bark quite a lot.

Dachshunds need exercise a few times a day. They’ll enjoy a brisk walk, and their little legs can actually carry them for quite a distance if you’ve got time for a longer stroll. In general, plan on allotting about 30 minutes of exercise per day. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

Dachshunds actually come in three different coat types, wire-haired, long-haired, and smooth. For smooth-haired and long-haired Dachshunds, a weekly brushing will help clean their hair and cut back on shedding. For wire-haired Dachshunds, you’ll need to pluck or strip their hair about twice a year and trim their excess hair around their eyebrows and paws. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Dachshunds are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Dachshunds fit best in homes where they can live indoors with their pet parents. They will act out and dig even more if left to their own devices full-time in your backyard. They are fairly easy to train.

Unlike their larger cousins, the Toy Fox Terrier has a slightly calmer temperament and is better behaved. They are very intelligent, making training fairly simple. Full-grown, they typically weigh 4-9 pounds and stand 8-11 inches tall.

Toy Fox Terriers are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. They are very energetic and like to be the center of attention every now and then.This dog does not do well as a strictly outdoor dog and should be given a sweater in cold weather. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

This high-energy breed does require some exercise, but their needs can be easily met by running around the house or taking occasion walks. They will bark or dig if they don’t get enough exercise or attention, acting like the spoiled bratty child. They love to play games with their owners and love to play with toys. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

This breed has a short, glossy, smooth coat, which comes in a mix of colors: chocolate, tan, and white. The coats does require some occasional brushing and bating, and be sure to brush out their coats with a small soft brush to keep the dead hairs away. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Toy Fox Terriers are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. The Toy Fox Terrier is well suited to apartment life because of their small size. They are very energetic and like to be the center of attention every now and then.This dog does not do well as a strictly outdoor dog and should be given a sweater in cold weather. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.