Last month, we told you about the annual Dackelparade in Regensburg, Germany. Now, we’re celebrating the Dackel Museum, which organizes the event. Dackel is the German word for Dachshund. While most people love the long, low-slung dogs, some don’t appreciate the finely-tuned hunting machines. If you don’t like Dachshunds, you might as well click out now.
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Josef Küblbeck and Oliver Storz are the humans behind the Dackel Museum. In addition to its collection of artwork and memorabilia, the Dachshund Museum frequently hosts live guests Moni, Seppi, and Flowers. These three little stars belong to the museum founders.
You know you are in for a treat as soon as you see the museum entrance.
You won’t find many images of the displays within the museum, so you’ll have to visit in person for the best experience. However, the museum’s contents are a testament to the larger-than-life stature of Dachshunds. The tiny dogs are revered across Germany, and the artistic representations within the museum translate that love.
Dachshund translates to “badger dog,” which is perfect. Dachshunds are bred to hunt badgers. Their short legs and long, powerful bodies are perfect for chasing the elusive animals into their burrows. For more than 600 years, the fearless little dogs have earned their reputation.
Despite their small stature, Dachshunds have a big dog bark. They are clever, strong, and prepared to battle the bigger badger. A standard-sized animal can range from 16 to 32 pounds, with miniature versions weighing under 11 pounds. There are three coat types: wirehaired, smooth, and longhaired. They make excellent watchdogs but can be stubborn and a bit reckless in their diligence.
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