My dog is a genetic freak specimen. Coming in at a hefty 22 pounds, it's fair to say that he's quite big for his breed.
But let's get something clear: he's not fat. It's true that Dachshunds are prone to obesity and weight management issues - and Apollo could stand to lose a few pounds - but that's not what I mean when I describe him as "big". There's a clear difference/distinction between a sumo wrestler and a professional basketball player when you look at their BMI (body mass index) as well as their physical skills (i.e. agility, endurance, strength). Both of those types of athletes are massive when compared to the average person, yet with very different body types.
Apollo's original records from the pet store had identified him as a "miniature Dachshund" due to both of his parents being minis (dad and mom were 11 and 9 pounds respectively). I'm not 100% sure if that "miniature" trait is something like the genetic probability of off-springs inheriting similar eye colors or if it's something much deeper rooted like Dwarfism. Whatever it was, Apollo didn't get it.
I've yet to meet another doxen that's equal or larger than Apollo in person. I suppose Apollo wouldn't exactly be the physical equivalent of LeBron James reincarnated in the canine world, but he's not exactly a Yokozuna either. I suppose we'll settle for something like a Shaqille O'Neal - large body, can be quick (for a small period of time), and has good jumps.
But let's get something clear: he's not fat. It's true that Dachshunds are prone to obesity and weight management issues - and Apollo could stand to lose a few pounds - but that's not what I mean when I describe him as "big". There's a clear difference/distinction between a sumo wrestler and a professional basketball player when you look at their BMI (body mass index) as well as their physical skills (i.e. agility, endurance, strength). Both of those types of athletes are massive when compared to the average person, yet with very different body types.
Apollo's original records from the pet store had identified him as a "miniature Dachshund" due to both of his parents being minis (dad and mom were 11 and 9 pounds respectively). I'm not 100% sure if that "miniature" trait is something like the genetic probability of off-springs inheriting similar eye colors or if it's something much deeper rooted like Dwarfism. Whatever it was, Apollo didn't get it.
I've yet to meet another doxen that's equal or larger than Apollo in person. I suppose Apollo wouldn't exactly be the physical equivalent of LeBron James reincarnated in the canine world, but he's not exactly a Yokozuna either. I suppose we'll settle for something like a Shaqille O'Neal - large body, can be quick (for a small period of time), and has good jumps.
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