The dachshund, also known as Wiener Dog or Sausage Dog, is a long-bodied and muscular with short, stubby legs. The standard size dachshund was bred to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and other burrow-dwelling animals, while the miniature dachshund was developed to hunt smaller prey such as rabbits. The name dachshund is of German origin and literally means badger dog. Check out our collection of Dachshund names for male or female Sausage puppies.