The Dachshund is a well-balanced breed with a bold and confident head carriage and an intelligent, alert facial expression. Low to ground with a long body short legs, and a robust muscular development, its skin is elastic and pliable without excessive wrinkling. The Dachshund’s hunting spirit, good nose, loud tongue and distinctive build make him well-suited for below-ground work and for beating the bush. Its keen nose gives him an advantage over most other breeds for trailing.