Dachshund Puppy Weight Calculator

Use this Dachshund puppy weight calculator to find out how big your Dachshund puppy will get. Just type your puppy's age and weight below and this tool will calculate the future adult size of your puppy.

Puppy Weight Calculator

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Dachshund

Dachshund Stats

Height 5 - 9 inches
Weight 11 - 32 pounds
Life Span 12 - 16 years
Size Class Toy
Breed Group Hound group

Dachshund Growth Chart

Dachshund Traits

Good with children
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Openness to strangers
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Good with other dogs
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What's it like
Caring for a Dachshund

Due to their build, Dachshunds are particularly vulnerable to:
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Obesity
Hip dysplasia (less common but possible in standards)
Keep your puppy at a healthy weight and provide supportive surfaces for rest. Early vet screening can help catch musculoskeletal issues before they worsen.

Feed a puppy-formulated, small-breed dog food with controlled calorie and calcium levels to support bone development. Offer 3–4 small meals daily until about 6 months old, then shift to 2 meals per day. Avoid overfeeding—Dachshunds are prone to obesity, which worsens back problems.

Dachshund grooming requirements vary depending on coat type, but they typically require weekly brushing, monthly baths, and frequent nail trims every 2-4 weeks. Smooth-haired dachshunds require little care, whereas long-haired kinds require daily brushing to prevent tangles, and wire-haired types require brushing several times a week, as well as biannual hand-stripping.

Dachshund puppies need regular play and short walks, but avoid stairs, jumping, or rough play, which can strain their long backs. Low-impact activity and puzzle toys are ideal for both their physical and mental stimulation.

About the Dachshund

The Dachshund, popularly known as the “wiener dog,” is a small breed originally developed in Germany to hunt badgers and other burrowing animals. Their long, low bodies and courageous personalities made them excellent for going underground. Today, Dachshunds are beloved for their lively temperament, loyalty, and playful spirit. They come in two sizes—standard and miniature—and three coat types: smooth, longhaired, and wirehaired.

Dachshunds fall into the small to medium breed category, with miniatures weighing up to 11 lbs and standards weighing between 16–32 lbs. Growth tracking is important because Dachshunds are prone to weight-related health issues like intervertebral disc disease (IVDD). Monitoring their size and growth helps prevent joint and back problems.

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