Dachshund Weight, Growth & Feeding Guide
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Dachshunds — "wiener dogs" — were originally bred to hunt badgers, using their long body and short legs to go into burrows. They come in standard and miniature sizes, and smooth, wirehaired, and longhaired coats.
| Size category | Small |
|---|---|
| Typical adult weight | 16-32 lb |
| Time to reach adult weight | Dachshunds typically reach adult weight by around 10-12 months. |
How big will my Dachshund puppy get?
As a small-to-medium breed, Dachshunds typically reach adult weight by around 10-12 months.
Use the Puppy Weight Predictor below — it's pre-loaded with the Dachshund's growth curve, so just enter your puppy's current weight and age.
Predict your Dachshund's adult weight
Enter your puppy's current weight and age to get an estimate based on this breed's typical growth curve.
Open the Puppy Weight PredictorHow much does it cost to feed a Dachshund?
Feeding cost scales with size and activity level. Use the calculator below — it's pre-loaded with this breed's typical adult weight so you can get a monthly estimate in a few seconds.
Estimate Dachshund food costs
Pre-filled with this breed's typical adult weight — adjust activity level and food type to get your monthly estimate.
Open the Dog Food Cost CalculatorCommon health considerations
- Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is the breed's signature health concern — their long spine is vulnerable to disc injury, especially from jumping.
- Obesity significantly increases IVDD risk in this breed, making weight management especially important.
- Patellar luxation (kneecap dislocation) is also relatively common.
This is general breed-level information, not a diagnosis or a prediction for any individual dog. Talk to your vet about health screening and preventive care specific to your dog.