Russkiy Toy
VS
Dachshund
Russkiy Toy vs Dachshund
Compare Russkiy Toy and Dachshund side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Russkiy Toy
Dachshund
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
22 – 27 cm
20 – 27 cm
Weight
2 – 3 kg
3 – 10 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 12 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
2/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Russkiy Toy
Tiny
Dachshund
Great with kids
Low grooming
Stubborn
Small
Summary
About Russkiy Toy
Tiny, elegant toy breed (1–3 kg, 20–28 cm) with smooth or long coat. Lively, athletic, and strongly attached to family, often choosing a favorite person. Alert and vocal, suited to gentle, consistent training and moderate exercise, but physically delicate and needs careful handling.
About Dachshund
Dachshund: bold, long‑backed, short‑legged hunting dog, originally bred for badger and rabbit. Comes in smooth, long and wire coats, standard and miniature sizes. Loyal, scent‑driven, independent and vocal. Needs regular but careful exercise and weight control to protect its spine.
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