This article is from the Dachshund Breed FAQ, by njchillie@REMOVE_TO-REPLY.yahoo.com (Steven Michelson) with numerous contributions by others.
If you decide that a Dachshund is the breed for you, I'd highly
recommend going to a reputable breeder, where you can talk to the
breeder, and meet the parents of the puppies. Being such a popular
breed, I'm sure there are breeders who are more interested in making
money than breeding well-tempered, healthy dogs. Or, if you want to
save a dog, consider a Dachshund rescue league, or rescuing a
Dachshund from a local animal shelter. With proper care,
socialization, and training, they can be wonderful companions for
many, many years.
 
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