Dachshund Breed Profile
About the Breed
The Dachshund is a small, long-bodied breed with short legs and a playful, alert expression. They come in three coat types—smooth, long-haired, and wire-haired—and a variety of colors and patterns. Dachshunds are clever, curious, and brave dogs, originally bred for hunting but now cherished as loyal and spirited companions.
Disciplines: Obedience training, trick training, tracking, rally obedience, agility, therapy dog work, companion-focused activities.
Traditional Breed Specific Genetic Tests:
✓ Afibrinogenemia (Dachshund Type)
✓ Chondrodystrophy (CDDY and IVDD Risk) with or without Chondrodysplasia (CDPA)
✓ Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy (Dachshund Type)
✓ Mucopolysaccharidosis IIIA (Dachshund Type)
✓ Narcolepsy (Dachshund Type)
✓ Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 1
✓ Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 2
✓ Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Dachshund Type)
✓ Progressive Retinal Atrophy (Giant Schnauzer Type)
✓ Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cone-Rod Dystrophy (Dachshund Type)
✓ Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4
Why Test with AlphaDog DNA?
At AlphaDog DNA, we believe in testing every dog for all available genetic mutations to provide the most comprehensive actionable information possible. Mutations can arise in any breed, and genetic studies often focus on small groups of specific breeds. However, we know that these mutations can also appear in other breeds, sometimes unexpectedly. That's why our "whole dog" approach includes a comprehensive complete panel covering health, color, appearance, and behavior for each dog. With our testing, you can trust that you’re getting the fullest, most detailed understanding of your dog's unique genetic makeup.
By testing with AlphaDog DNA, you’re contributing to ongoing research and discovery. We value your feedback because no one knows your dog like you do, and your insights are essential to advancing the health and well-being of all dogs.
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