Dachshund Appreciation Day

Among the many anniversaries and commemorations on April 4th annually is Dachshund Appreciation Day ダックスフンドありがとうの日 in Japan. I love that Japan has several days like this each year; that are dedicated to a specific breed of dog!

Dachshund aren't my favorite type of dog, but for many they are considered a very charming dog often attributed to their long bodies, short legs and expressive eyes. There are many Dachshund lovers in Japan. I think it's probably the breed I see second most often in Japan.

April 4 was chosen for the appreciation day, because the breed belongs to Group 4 in the international classification system. But also because their distinctive silhouette is said to resemble the number “4.”