Dachshund: After 5 years, still the best dog breed for families

Our Dachshund has been part of our family for 5 years and I still get emotional thinking about how much she has enriched our lives. loves to cuddle — and with two young kids, that means everything.

low exercise needs. We've tried other breeds before but nothing compares to the Dachshund's temperament. She is curious, friendly, spunky and adapts beautifully to our busy household.

The main things to budget for: stubborn streak. We also learned about patellar luxation, so we get regular vet checkups. Overall cost is higher than I expected initially, but every penny is worth it. Highly recommend this breed to anyone and everyone.