Dachshund puppy: what to buy, and what size
A dachshund is a small dog with a long body, so judge the crate on length: 24in suits most. The coat comes in three types — smooth, long and wire — and each wants a different brush, so buy grooming kit for the coat in front of you rather than for the breed name.
Adult crate size: 24in. Sizes are given against the adult dog, because that is what you should buy for.
Guides that cover the Dachshund
Best puppy crates in the UK: four picks by dog size and budget
The best puppy crates in the UK by adult size and budget, with prices, what each one does badly, and who should not buy a crate at all.
Best puppy harnesses in the UK: three picks by dog size and budget
The best puppy harnesses in the UK by chest size and budget, with October 2026 prices, what each does badly, and who should not buy one yet.
How much does it cost to feed a dog? (UK, per week & month)
A 12kg dog costs about £16 a month on mid-range kibble, a labrador £32. Enter your dog's weight for your own weekly and monthly bill, plus 23 breeds.
Puppy crate size guide (UK): 24in to 48in, by breed
What size crate for your puppy? UK sizes 24in–48in by breed, how to measure, and why you buy for the adult dog — from someone who ran a boarding kennel.
The puppy grooming kit: what the coat decides, and what it costs to get it wrong
The brushes, comb and shampoo a puppy needs depend on the coat, not the breed. A UK kit for each coat type, and what matting costs at the groomer.