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These small but mighty dogs, often called 'wiener dogs' or 'sausage dogs', originally were bred in Germany for hunting badgers, yet once they were introduced to England and eventually the United States in the 19th century, they instantly became the most adorable companions for many people all around the world.

The American Kennel Club officially confirmed the Dachshund breed in 1885, and that only boosted the popularity of these irresistibly charming and undeniably cute dogs.

#1 These Are Screenshots Of When My Dachshunds See A Wind-Up Rat

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#2 Dachshund Yoga

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#3 Sprinting Dachshunds Dressed As Hot Dogs

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Breeders created two different sizes of Dachshunds: standard which weighs up to 35 pounds, and miniature – up to 11 pounds, with smooth, wirehaired, or longhaired coats.

Besides the dogs’ distinct physical features such as their long bodies, floppy ears, and expressive eyes, they are also known as courageous, very intelligent and fiercely loyal to their families, making them excellent watchdogs.

#4 This Poor Dachshund Having His Tongue Bitten By A Young Chick

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#5 Cute Little Wiener Dog

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#6 Meet Cinnamon, The Newest Member Of Our Family. We’re So In Love With This Precious Baby Girl

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Probably not everyone knows that the Dachshund was the first Olympic mascot of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games due to the animal’s popularity in Bavaria.

The dog named Waldi was created by German designer Otl Aicher, who was also responsible for designing the logo for German airline Lufthansa, and represented resistance, tenacity and agility.

Waldi had a real-life alter ego, a long-haired dog called Cherie von Birkenhof. The Munich Games Organising Committee President, Willi Daume, had given the dog to the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) President, Félix Lévitan, in 1970.

The marathon route in the 1972 Olympics was also created to resemble Waldi, making it the shape of a Dachshund.

#7 That Face

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#8 Reminiscing About Our Short But Sweet Trip To Paris… We Are Already Planning Our Return For Next Year

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#9 One Well-Deserving Boy

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Another interesting fact is that there are Dachshund races. They started in Australia back in the 1970s and rapidly spread around the world.

For instance, the Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals, a Dachshund racing event at the Los Alamitos Race Course in Cypress, California, has been held annually since 1996. This year the purpose of this fun race was to raise funds for the Seal Beach Animal Care Center, which is dedicated to finding homes for stray animals in the Orange County area.

Even though when we think of Dachshunds, speed probably isn’t the first thing that comes to our mind, these dogs are actually quite fast – they can run up to 15–20 mph for short periods of time.

Speaking of running, despite their tiny size, Dachshunds need regular exercise to support their backs; therefore, simple walking around the house is not enough for them to stay fit and healthy.

#10 My Sister Just Got A Wiener Dog

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#11 When You’re Tired But You Had So Much Fun At The Park

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#12 Brought This Little Nugget Home Last Week. Such A Good Boy

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The loveable and intelligent Dachshund has also been popular among many famous people over the centuries, including Queen Elizabeth II, Kaiser Wilhelm II, David Bowie, Clint Eastwood, Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor, John F. Kennedy, Kirsten Dunst, Marilyn Monroe, Pablo Picasso, and many others.

And nowadays, one of the most famous of this breed is a fifteen-year-old Dachshund called Crusoe from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. He gained internet fame for his homemade costumes and viral videos, blog and books.

Since appearing on social media for the first time as a sarcastic moniker in 2011, Crusoe has gained over 4 million followers all over the world.

For those curious about his creative and adventurous personality, you can find him on Instagram.

#13 Puppy Baby Vienna

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#14 Dudley Shoots Rainbows When He Barks

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#15 Today My Mom Gave Me A Mango And Strawberry Popsicle

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Dachshunds have also left an unforgettable mark on my own heart. I always wanted to have a dog, but never had conditions for one, yet once our friends left us to take care of theirs for some time when they went on holidays and those days were probably the happiest in my entire life!

The long-haired Dachshund with the adorably cute name Pickle loved to chase us on the beach and watch the waves rolling. He would always sleep in my embrace and I could listen to his little heart beating next to mine.

“Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer,” once said Dean Koontz, and I truly agree with him.

I believe everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong, yet it’s truly impressive how much joy, love and intelligence fit in such a tiny one as a Dachshund.