"Dachshund" is a German word meaning "badger hound", or badger-dog. In the United States, this breed of dog is sometimes called by its shortened name - Doxie. The pronunciation of dachshund comes from the Middle High German dialect, specifically via Dutch and Low Saxon words that mean 'water'.
Origins of the Long-Haired Dachshund . Long-haired dachshunds are easily recognizable due to their long and slender "sausage"-shaped bodies that are close to the ground. In fact, you might recognize them by their many nicknames, such as "wiener dog", "sausage dog", or the "hot dog" breed. Originating in Germany, dachshunds were bred as hunting dogs. FSoILo.