Although the Dachshunds small size suggests otherwise, the first Dachshunds were bred to be brave hunters. These small elongated dogs were perfect for hunting badgers, rabbits, foxes, and other burrowing animals. The Dachshunds that come to Fetchers aren’t much for hunting but they do love chasing the other pups around the yard! Even though they were originally bred to be hunting dogs, Dachshunds of today are more suited for family life. These dogs are perfect for individuals who live in apartments and other smaller living quarters due to their small size and low maintenance. Since the 1950’s, Dachshunds have remained at the top of the most popular dog lists. Which is easy to believe when you see these little bundles of energy playing with their pals in the yard. They crave the attention of the Fetch club leaders and with faces like that, they always get it! #sofetch