Dachshund gifts: 15 ideas for wiener dog people and their dogs
The best dachshund gifts fit the breed: a ramp or dog stairs to protect that long back, a burrow bed for a dog bred to tunnel into badger dens, a grooming tool for their coat type, and keepsakes of their own doxie, like a portrait, an ornament or a short video of them dancing.
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Key takeaways
- The AKC says Dachshunds aren't built for leaping, and a vet quoted by the AKC often recommends ramps or stairs for breeds prone to back problems.
- Match grooming gifts to the coat: smooth, longhaired or wirehaired.
- Skip big bags of treats. The AKC says keeping a Dachshund trim helps protect the long back.
- Dachshund people love anything that shows their own dog's face, name or attitude.
How to choose a gift for a dachshund lover
Start with the dog. Is it a smooth, a longhair or a wirehair? Standard or miniature? Does it launch itself off the couch, or live under a blanket? The answers point to a gift that fits.
| If their dachshund... | Get them... | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Jumps on and off furniture | A ramp or dog stairs | It cuts down on jumping, which is hard on a long back |
| Sleeps under the covers | A burrow bed or cave bed | A covered spot that is theirs |
| Has a long or wire coat | A brush or comb for that coat | Each coat type needs different care |
| Gets bored indoors | A snuffle mat or scent game | It works the hound nose without extra treats |
| Is the star of the camera roll | A portrait, photo book or video | It turns those photos into a keepsake |
For a dachshund fan without a dachshund, pick a wiener dog ornament, print socks or a rescue donation.
15 dachshund gifts
- 1.
A ramp or dog stairs for the couch and bed
The most useful gift here for a doxie who jumps on and off furniture. Measure the couch or bed first and pick a gentle, grippy ramp.
- 2.
A burrow bed or cave bed
A covered bed with a soft flap to crawl under. If their dachshund already sleeps under the blankets, this gives the dog a spot of its own.
- 3.
A grooming tool for their coat typeUnder $25
A hound glove for a smooth, a brush for a longhair, or a comb for a wirehair's beard and eyebrows.
- 4.
A quiet nail grinder
The AKC says every Dachshund should have its nails trimmed monthly. A low-noise grinder makes that monthly job easier at home.
- 5.
A sweater sized by back length
A sweater cut for an average dog can bunch up on a long body. Look for one sized by back length.
- 6.
A snuffle mat or scent gameUnder $25
Dachshunds are hounds with a hunter's nose. A snuffle mat lets them sniff out part of their normal kibble, with no extra treats.
- 7.
A custom portrait of their doxie
A painted or drawn portrait from a favorite photo. Send the artist a few shots that show the coat and any dapple or two-tone markings.
- 8.
A wiener dog ornament with their nameUnder $25
A dachshund-shaped ornament painted to match their dog, with the name and year. It comes out every December.
- 9.
Dachshund print socks or pajamasUnder $25
Wiener dog prints are everywhere, which makes these an easy pick for a coworker or a gift exchange.
- 10.
A hot dog costumeUnder $25
The classic Halloween look for a wiener dog. Pick a soft one that doesn't press on the back.
- 11.
A photo book of the dog's year
Print 30 to 50 photos from their posts as a small book with short captions.
- 12.
A reward-based training class
The AKC describes Dachshunds as brave and a bit stubborn, and says they do best with positive, reward-based training. A class is a fun gift for a new owner.
- 13.
A spot at a local dachshund meetup
Find a local dachshund walk or meetup and go together.
- 14.
A video of their dachshund dancingFrom $39
See this videoWe turn 5 to 10 photos of their doxie into a short video of that dog dancing on a lit-up floor. It comes in vertical, square and widescreen versions with a movie-poster still, and we can deliver it on the day you pick.
- 15.
A donation to a dachshund rescueAny amount
Give to a breed rescue in the dog's name. Good for the owner who already has every wiener dog mug.
What dachshund people love about them
Dachshund means "badger dog" in German, and the breed was developed in Germany to dig into badger dens. That history explains a lot about the dog on the couch today: brave, sure of itself, and a little stubborn.
Ask a dachshund owner what they love and you'll hear some version of this:
- The look. A long body, short legs and a big personality. The AKC calls the breed an icon.
- The variety. Dachshunds come in three coats (smooth, longhaired and wirehaired) and two sizes (standard and miniature), so no two households look quite alike.
- The company. The AKC says Dachshunds are very social, want to be with their humans, and love to give and receive affection.
- Low fuss. They are moderate shedders with little or no body odor, according to the AKC.
A portrait that gets the coat right, a burrow bed for the blanket thief, or a video starring their own wiener dog plays to these traits better than a generic dog toy.
Back-friendly dachshund gifts
Of all the dachshund gifts you could buy, a ramp or set of dog stairs is the one the dog can use every day. The AKC's guide to dog stairs and ramps quotes a veterinarian who often recommends them for pets prone to back problems such as intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), and it names Dachshunds as one of the breeds predisposed to it.
A few tips from the same article make the gift easier to use:
- Ramps can start low. Begin at a low angle and go steeper as the dog gets comfortable.
- Add a side barrier. Set the ramp against a wall or furniture so the dog doesn't leap off early.
- Train gently. Lure with a treat or toy, and never pull or push the dog up.
Pair the ramp with a small bag of their usual treats for training, rather than a big box of new snacks. The AKC stresses that keeping a Dachshund from getting overweight helps protect the back.
A personal gift: their dachshund on the dance floor
A short custom video gives a dachshund owner the clip their dog never cooperates for. You send 5 to 10 photos of their doxie, including a couple of full-body shots that show the long back and short legs, and we make a video of that exact dog dancing under the lights.
A person checks every video before it goes out, and it's ready within 24 hours. One video is $39. The Pet's Year pack is $79 for 3 videos of the same dog, so you can give one now and save two for their birthday and the holidays within 12 months, with no new photos needed. Every order includes vertical, square and widescreen versions, a movie-poster still, and free gift delivery on the day you pick. If it doesn't look like their dog, we remake it, and if the remake still misses, you get your money back.
For a doxie birthday, our dog birthday video page has a party template, and dog birthday ideas covers the rest of the day.
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Questions
What do you get a dachshund lover?
Get something that fits their dog: a ramp or dog stairs, a burrow bed, a brush for the coat type, a custom portrait or ornament, or a short video of their own dachshund. For someone without a dachshund, wiener dog socks or a rescue donation work well.
Do dachshunds need ramps or dog stairs?
They can help. The AKC says Dachshunds aren't built for leaping and are predisposed to intervertebral disc disease, and it quotes a vet who often recommends stairs or ramps for breeds prone to back issues. Ask your own vet about your dog.
What are good cheap wiener dog gifts?
A wiener dog ornament with the dog's name, dachshund print socks, a hound glove or brush for their coat, a snuffle mat, or a hot dog costume. Most of these come in under $25.
Is a box of treats a good dachshund gift?
Go easy on treats. The AKC says it is very important not to let a Dachshund become overweight, since extra weight strains the long back. A snuffle mat that uses the dog's normal food is a better pick.
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