Dachshund Colors & Patterns
🎨 Dachshund Colors & Patterns: Understanding Coat Genetics with Loci By Laurentian Dachshunds There’s More to Color Than Meets the Eye Miniature dachshunds are famous not only for their long bodies and bold personalities—but also for their beautiful variety of coat colors and patterns. From deep reds to dappled silvers, each dachshund's appearance is the result of complex genetic interactions. At Laurentian Dachshunds, we’re passionate about understanding and preserving the genetics behind these coat variations—not just for looks, but for health and ethical breeding too. Let’s take a closer look at the colors, patterns, and loci (that’s the genetic term for where certain traits live in the DNA) that shape your dachshund’s coat. 🌈 Base Colors in Dachshunds All dachshund coat colors begin with two main pigment types: Eumelanin (black-based pigment) Phaeomelanin (red/yellow-based pigment) These pigments are influenced by...
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