The Dachshund is currently one of the 12 most popular breeds worldwide. This also explains why these four-legged friends are often crossed with other dogs.
The extent to which the character and appearance of Dachshund cross-breeds changes varies greatly depending on the gene distribution.
Specifically, this means: Some crosses retain up to 80% of the original genes, while others only retain 20%. Dachshunds also come in 3 different types of fur and sizes.
In general, Dachshund mixes are considered very clever, curious and friendly. Their hunting instinct is often more pronounced and barking is one of their hobbies.
In addition, they live up to 16 years and their size also makes them ideal for apartment living. They are also suitable for first-time owners. [1]
Enough of the words. Then let's go through the 30 most popular dachshund hybrids together.
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#1 Jack Russell Dachshund Mix
The Jack Russell Dachshund Mix is an alert hybrid dog from England. The Dachshund mix is easy to train, but barks a lot and needs a lot of exercise. [2]
This courageous, energetic four-legged friend was originally bred to hunt foxes. When the demand for hunting dogs fell, his pet dog career began.
For his small size, this dog has a lot of energy. It can therefore be problematic with other dogs. However, the four-legged friend is friendly to children.
Fun fact: Compared to other dogs, Jack Russell mixes have a lot of different facial expressions. This also explains why they are popular as a film dog.
#2 Labrador Dachshund mixed breed
The Labrador Dachshund mix is a crossbreed from England. Short-haired dogs shed a lot. Today they are primarily kept as family dogs. [3]
This mixed breed is also suitable as a therapy dog. The four-legged friends are sociable and gentle in nature. They are very trainable and playful.
This certainly explains why they are one of the most popular dogs in the world. This crossbreed generally gets along very well with children and other pets.
Fun fact: This mixed breed loves to swim. However, he doesn't like swimming at all. In this case he tries to escape in every possible way.
#3 Pinscher Dachshund Mix
The Pinscher Dachshund mix from Germany is a short-haired four-legged friend with a clever and proud nature. He is moderately trainable and barks a lot. [4]
The lap dogs can reach an age of up to 16 years. The small mixed breeds are well suited to keeping in apartments. They only weigh 4 kg when fully grown.
Nevertheless, they need a lot of activity and also make good watchdogs. You shouldn't be too strict when training them, as they can react sensitively to criticism.
Fun fact: There is always at least one racial clown! Among the different types of dogs, the Miniature Pinscher mixes definitely do the job.
#4 Spitz Dachshund mixed breed
This four-legged friend is a German mixed breed. At around 2 kg, it is one of the smallest types of Spitz mixes. The barking, extroverted dog is one of the 30 most popular dogs worldwide.
The Dachshund mix lives up to 16 years and is an ideal family and watchdog. Unfortunately, he tends to bark constantly, so he should be trained early. [5]
Every now and then these mixes show themselves to be stubborn. Nevertheless, they are usually easy to train and easy to handle. They can be easily kept in the apartment.
Fun fact: The cuter the dog, the louder the barking. Unfortunately, this crossing belongs to the “yapper” category. You definitely need a relaxed neighborhood.
#5 Doberman Dachshund Mix
This mix comes from Germany and has an alert and loyal nature. Doberman Dachshund mixes are territorial by nature, but never aggressive. [6]
Therefore, they are perfect guard dogs. But you don't have to be afraid of them. The intelligent four-legged friends are very trusting with the family and learn quickly.
Despite their self-confidence, they are sensitive to criticism. Therefore, they should not be raised too strictly. When fully grown, the mixes grow to a height of between 63 and 72 cm.
Fun fact: The enemy of these dachshund mixed breeds is cold! Because they are athletic and have little body fat, they find it difficult to stay warm in winter and get cold easily.
#6 German Shepherd Dachshund Mix
The German Shepherd Dachshund Mix is a four-legged friend from Germany. He was originally bred as a working dog. He is still used as a police or rescue dog today.
The Dachshund mix is also an ideal family dog. He is particularly obedient and very loyal. After the Labrador, this is the 2nd most popular dog in the world. [7]
The four-legged friends get along well with children. Beginners will have no problems with these intelligent animals. When used well, this mix is a great companion.
Fun fact: In rare cases, these mixed breeds suffer from dwarfism. Even when they are fully grown, they still look like puppies.
#7 Collie Dachshund Mix
The Collie Dachshund mix is a hybrid dog from Scotland. This four-legged friend was primarily bred as a shepherd and family dog. [8]
This is a highly trainable dog with an active, devoted nature. These four-legged friends love company and work, but have a strong hunting instinct.
These Dachshund mixes need attention and don't want to be alone. They therefore tend to bark constantly.
Fun fact: These mixed breeds have a strong, natural herding instinct. Even without contact with herd animals and almost no training, they can serve as sheepdogs from one day to the next.
#8 Rottweiler Dachshund Mix
This mix from Germany can be used variably as a shepherd, rescue and guard dog. These dachshund mixed breeds are not particularly suitable as family dogs.
They need a strict and dominant master because they are very self-confident. However, their territorial nature makes them ideal as guard dogs. [9]
The males in particular show very fearless behavior. Females are usually more trusting. With early socialization, the mixes also get along well with children.
Fun fact: Rottweiler crossbreeds are also known as “butcher dogs.” This was due to their function of protecting livestock, as well as pulling carts with slaughtered livestock to market stalls.
#9 Poodle Dachshund Mix
The Poodle Dachshund Mix is a mixed breed from Germany. This intelligent, active crossbreed is one of the 7 most popular dog breeds worldwide. [10]
This dachshund mix is easy to train and needs a moderate amount of exercise. Due to the crossbreeding with the Poodle, this curly dog sheds little. Its fur is considered hypoallergenic.
These mixes are ideal for beginners. They are trusting and get along very well with strangers and dogs. They don't like to stay alone.
Fun fact: Although these four-legged friends shed little, their hair grows non-stop. A regular haircut is therefore a must. If you are a hobby hairdresser, then this is the ideal dog for you.
#10 Chihuahua Dachshund mixed breed
The devoted Chihuahua Dachshund mix comes from Mexico. The little four-legged friend has a courageous and charming nature. These four-legged friends are also known as “purse dogs”.
Translated, this means “handbag dog”. The small mixes weigh up to 3 kg and can live up to 20 years. [11]
Small four-legged friends are often afraid of large crowds and large dogs. Therefore, you should take good care of your vulnerable Chihuahua mix.
Fun fact: With a height of just 9.5 centimeters, a female Chihuahua holds the record as the smallest four-legged female in the world.
#11 Dalmatian Dachshund Mix
The Dalmatian Dachshund Mix is a former carriage dog from Croatia. He was bred to protect horses. Therefore, he is still suitable as a guard dog today. [12]
This Dachshund mix is often underestimated in terms of the amount of exercise it needs and therefore often ends up in animal shelters. Buying a dog should always be carefully considered!
These active four-legged friends really have a lot of endurance and are not made for living in an apartment. They want to run, hunt and don't like loneliness.
Fun fact: Did you know that Dalmatians are completely white at birth? They don't get their typical swabs until they get older.
#12 Pug Dachshund mixed breed
The Pug Dachshund Mix is a playful four-legged friend from China. What is particularly striking about this little mongrel is its many wrinkles and flat snout. [13]
The sweet lap dogs need a lot of love and attention. They are extremely poor swimmers and are notorious for their incredibly loud snoring.
These Dachshund mixed breeds are well suited for keeping in apartments. They are ideal and loving first dogs for beginners. They also get along very well with children or dogs.
Fun fact: Every Pug mix should come with a set of earmuffs when you buy it. The four-legged friends snore as loudly as a jackhammer.
#13 Husky Dachshund Mix
The Husky Dachshund mix is a cross from the USA. The former sled dogs are now increasingly kept as guard and family dogs. [14]
The wolf-like dogs make it into the top 20 most popular dog breeds worldwide. The fur of these four-legged friends is extremely cold-resistant.
They come from areas where sub-zero temperatures are normal. They therefore do not cope well with heat. In general, they are very persistent and fit animals.
Fun fact: Husky or Dachshund mixed breeds always find a way to escape if the stimulus is great enough. It doesn't matter whether they have to dig their way clear or jump over 2 meter high fences to get to their destination.
#14 Terrier Dachshund mixed breed
The friendly Terrier Dachshund Mix is a hybrid dog from England. He was bred from a cross with the Airedale Terrier. Primarily as a working dog. [15]
Today, this “King of the Terriers” is also used in a variety of ways as a police, service or family dog. The four-legged friends get along very well with other dogs or children.
The only drawback? They love to dig and gnaw. You should be consistent and strict in training, otherwise the stubborn Dachshund Mixes will happily do whatever they want.
Fun fact: These four-legged friends love carrying things around – especially shoes. In households without a shoe rack, this can cause chaos.
#15 Beagle Dachshund Mix
The Beagle Dachshund Mix is a small, lovable four-legged friend from England. The nose was originally bred for hunting. But they are also ideal family dogs.
The cheerful dachshund mixes are not suitable as guard dogs. They always greet strangers in a friendly manner. That's why they are also great playmates for children. [16]
The cute dogs are available in two sizes – around 8 and up to 16 kg. The four-legged friends are suitable for keeping in apartments…