Arnie - 20 month old - miniature Dachshund for stud

Arnie is a top of line miniature purebred Dachshund, 20 months old.

He is a very fit & active Dachshund with a lot of character. He’s great with kids & other dogs. Not the yappy type. Has all the typical Dachshund traits. Fully vaccinated & IKC registered. We can provide his vaccination & family history.

He walks on average 3kms per day with at least one 6km walk per week. Loves the beach & swimming but on his own terms. He’s very independent when he wants to be but also very affectionate. A great hunter having picked up some tricks from our hunting Springer but is not a working dog. He will sun bathe & cuddle when he can.

*NOT PROVEN GIVEN HIS YOUNG AGE BUT HAS HAD PLENTY PRACTISE WITH OUR SPRINGER. (height issue disclaimer)

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