Dachshund vs Siberian Husky

Compare the Dachshund to the Siberian Husky. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dachshunds and Siberian Huskies.

Dachshund vs Siberian Husky
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
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General Details
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Height
5-11 Inches
20-23 Inches
Weight
11-32 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Origin Country
Germany
Russia
Origin Year
1400 AD
900 AD
Temperament
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
-70-65 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Mitral valve disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Canine diabetes mellitus
Deafness
Narcolepsy
Baldness
Intervertebral disc disease
Acanthosis nigricans
Lymphocytic thyroiditis
Corneal dystrophy
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Dachshund
Siberian Husky
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Tan
Blue and Cream
Blue and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Tan
Cream
Fawn
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Tan
Red
Wheaten
Black
Black and White
Brown
Brown and White
Gray and White
Red and White
Tan
Tan and White
White
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