Canine DNA Testing by Optimal Selection
AZ Doxies, LLC – Crystal River, Florida At AZ Doxies, each dam and sire have a DNA test ran to verify health and get specific traits, colors, patterns, and structure information. This allows us to match up sires with dams that will complement each others features while focusing on health above all else. Optimal Selection’s […]
The Dachshund personality
AZ Doxies, LLC – Crystal River, Florida Dachshunds come in an impressive variety of sizes, coats, and colors. There are Standard Dachshunds (the largest) and Miniature Dachshunds and even “Tweener” Dachshunds (a non-official term for individuals who fit between Standards and Minis. There are Shorthaired (Smooth), Longhaired, and Wirehaired Dachshunds. The most common colors are […]
The Dachshund breed standard according to FCI
The FCI is the largest international federation of national kennel clubs and pure-bred registries and has 98 members and contract partners. AKC standards are inferior to FCI standards because: 1) Dachshunds originate from Germany which is an FCI country 2) There are 98 FCI countries in the world which adhere to these standards. AKC represents […]
History of the Dachshund breed
AZ Doxies, LLC The Dachshund, affectionately known as the “wiener dog” due to its distinctive long body and short legs, boasts a rich history that dates back several centuries in Europe. Originating in Germany, the Dachshund was bred to hunt small game, particularly badgers. The breed’s name, “Dachshund,” translates directly to “badger dog” in German, […]