How much is a dapple dog?

between $400 and $1,500
The price to purchase a Dapple Dachshund from one of the breeders in your area can vary. Breeders may charge anywhere between $400 and $1,500. Due to their unique markings, Dapple Dachshunds are often more expensive than a standard Dachshund.

Are dapple Dachshunds rare?

Many breeders consider Dapple Dachshunds to be rare, and Dapple Dachshunds need to be bred carefully by responsible breeders to ensure they are healthy and don’t carry the double dose of the merle gene.

Are dapple Dachshunds good dogs?

Loyal and People-Oriented One of the most beloved traits about dapple Dachshunds is their incredible devotion to their owners and family members. These dogs tend to become very bonded to their owners, so expect to see your dachshund curl up on your lap every time you come home.

What does dapple mean in dogs?

Dapple is marking on a Dachshund dog similar to the Merle on other breeds. It is a spotting which can be very beautiful, causing almost mystical looking patterns on the dog’s fur. Even one spot on a Dachshund’s fur makes it a dapple.

What’s the difference between dapple and Merle?

The merle (also called dapple) pattern is the pattern in which random splotches of dark pigment are overlaid over a lighter shade of the same color.

Is dapple same as merle?

What is the rarest color of Dachshund?

Tan, or wheaten Dachshunds, are extremely rare. This coat color looks like a golden brown or wheat brown and originally only appeared in wire-haired dogs. You can find it in smooth or long-coated dogs, too.

Why are merle puppies so expensive?

In a nutshell, merle dogs are expensive because puppy buyers are willing to pay a lot of money for them. The pattern is very sought-after, and the more demand there is, the higher breeders can set their prices. In addition, merle breedings can be quite rare in some breeds.

What is a hidden dapple?

Some Dapple Dachshunds will have lots of dappling that is noticeable and some will have hidden dapple. Meaning that you cannot see the dappling but it is within the dogs genetics.