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First, be aware that the average life span of dogs is increasing, just as the average human life span is. A dachshund that is well cared for usually now lives to be 14 or 15 years old; many live longer. Second, all dogs require regular medical care, including annual physical exams, inoculations, heartworm tests and preventive medication, and dental care. Third, illness and debility affect dogs of all ages.
There are two sizes: Standard and Miniature. Standard dachshunds weighs 16-32 pounds at one year of age. Miniature dachshunds weighs 11 pounds or less at one year of age. Dachshunds that fall between the weight ranges are typically just oversized miniatures, and are often called by the slang term tweenies.here are two sizes: Standard and Miniature. Standard dachshunds weighs 16-32 pounds at one year of age. Miniature dachshunds weighs 11 pounds or less at one year of age. Dachshunds that fall between the weight ranges are typically just oversized miniatures, and are often called by the slang term tweenies.