Miniature Dachshund puppies originally came from Germany many years ago. The name of the dog is pronounced "dark sund". In the beginning, these dogs were bred as hunting dogs. They have been known for their ability to hunt ground animals, such as hares and rabbits. 
Over the years, Miniature Dachshunds have evolved. With their shortened legs, they have the ability to dig into the earth to get insects and smaller animals that may live beneath the ground. These dogs resemble terrier dogs slightly.
There are some people that wonder if Miniature Dachshund puppies would make good pets. These dogs are loving, affectionate and are very clever. They can be slightly mischievous and owners do say that they have the ability to train their master instead of it being the other way around!
There are three different varieties of Miniature Dachshund puppies. There are the short-haired, the wire-haired and the long-haired varieties of Dachshunds. The long- haired variety is slightly calmer than other varieties. The wire-haired dog is the clown of the group. This variety is constantly in motion and they love to play and fool around. All varieties of the dog breed are somewhat hard to train. They need a firm hand when being trained and it is very important that they be put in obedience training at a young age because as they grow older they become impossible to train. While this will vary from dog to dog, Miniature Dachshund puppies can be jealous dogs and they might not behave around other dogs.
Each variety of Miniature Dachshund dog comes in different sizes. This generally refers to height and weight. They all have the same general appearance. Dachshunds are elongated dogs with muscular and powerful legs. They have great legs, due to the fact that they are great diggers. 
They are known for their ability to dig into the ground. These dogs also have elongated faces and short skulls. They also have extremely strong teeth - 42, to be exact. The short-haired variety of this dog breed is usually yellow in color, but there are some black and bi-colored dogs as well. The largest of the three varieties is the short-haired or standard variety. These dogs can reach a weight of almost 20 pounds, while the other two varieties are normally less than 10 pounds in weight.
There are some health problems associated with this breed of dog. For example, they are prone to Dachshund paralysis, also known as spinal disc problems. Heart disease is also common and they are prone to infections, such as urinary tract disease and some have even been diagnosed with diabetes. They do have a tendency to overeat if permitted and can become overweight. These are small dogs that can suffer from serious problems if they are permitted to gain weight excessively. But overall, Miniature Dachshund puppies make great house pets.
