What to Put on a Dachshund Print: Names, Words and Ideas
Quick answer
If you are choosing personalised dachshund gifts, the Personalised Miniature Dachshund Word Art Print is the one to start with. It costs from £9.99 as an instant digital download, and a framed A4 version starts from £22.99. The real gift is in the words you choose: a name, a nickname, a date and a few habits only the owner would recognise.
Updated October 2026
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In this guide
- Why dachshund prints work so well as gifts
- What to write: names, nicknames and quirks
- Words for different gift occasions
- Other breed prints, for the friend whose dog is not a dachshund
- A comparison table of prints and example words
- Three example word lists you can copy
- How it works
- FAQ
Need it today?
Every print can be a digital download that arrives instantly, from £9.99. You can print it at home or at a local print shop the same day, and you can preview the design free first. Framed and unframed prints are posted (3-5 working days in the UK), so they suit buyers with a little more time. For more quick ideas, see our guides to last minute birthday gifts and last minute gifts for her.
Why does a dachshund print make such a good gift?
Dachshund owners tend to talk about their dogs as characters: the dramatic sulk, the tunnelling under the duvet, the refusal to walk in the rain. A word art print lets you capture that personality in words rather than just a name. Because every print is made to order with your own words, it is not a generic “I love my dog” gift. It is clearly about one particular dog.
The Personalised Miniature Dachshund Word Art Print is the starting point. It suits new puppy owners, long-time dachshund people, and anyone who would rather receive something that looks like their dog than another mug. If you are shopping more widely for a sausage dog fan, our guide to gifts for sausage dog lovers has more ideas.
What should you write on a dachshund print?
Think of the words in layers, then choose a handful from each.
1. The essentials
Start with the dog’s name, spelled exactly as the owner writes it. Add the year they were born or adopted, or the date they came home. If the dog has a full “official” name and a daily nickname, using both is a nice touch.
2. The quirks
This is where a dachshund print becomes personal. Think about what the dog actually does: burrows, steals socks, barks at the post, sits on the sofa arm, sulks at bath time. A word or short phrase for each habit is enough.
3. The places
Favourite walks, the beach they love, the park bench, the village where you live. Place names make the print feel rooted in real life.
4. The feelings
Words like loyal, stubborn, cuddly, brave and cheeky work well because dachshund owners recognise them instantly. Pick the ones that really fit rather than the longest list.
What if the gift is for a dachshund lover with no dog yet?
Not everyone who loves dachshunds owns one. For a fan without a dog, use words about the breed itself and about the person: their name, a favourite saying, the thing they always say when they see a sausage dog on a walk. It turns the print into a personal tribute to the breed rather than a portrait of a particular pet.
Which words suit different occasions?
Birthdays
Add the owner’s name alongside the dog’s, plus the age or year. A line like “Best friends since” followed by the year works nicely. If you are buying for a dad, take a look at last minute gifts for dad for more ideas.
Christmas
Include the dog’s name, a few festive habits (wrapping-paper destroyer, tree inspector) and the year. It makes a sweet keepsake that can sit alongside other gifts.
Father’s Day and Mother’s Day
Write it “from the dog”. Use the dog’s name, a few affectionate words, and the owner’s title, such as Dad or Mum. It is a light-hearted gift that still feels personal.
New puppy or adoption
Use the dog’s name, the date they arrived, and words about what you hope for: adventures, cuddles, long walks. It is a lovely way to mark a new chapter.
In memory
Choose gentle words: the dog’s name, the years you had together, the places you loved and the habits you will always remember. Keep it simple and true to the dog.
What if the dog is not a dachshund?
Many gift buyers are shopping for a mixed household or a friend with a different breed. The same approach to words works across the range, and each of these is £9.99 as a digital download:
- Personalised English Cocker Spaniel Word Art Print: for a bouncy, affectionate spaniel owner.
- Personalised Labrador Retriever Word Art Print: for a family dog with a famously friendly nature.
- Personalised Greyhound Word Art Print: for the owner of a sleek, sofa-loving greyhound.
- Personalised Scottish Terrier Word Art Print: for a feisty terrier with plenty of attitude.
- Great Dane word art print: for a gentle giant.
Which print suits which gift?
| Product | Best for | Example words to include | From price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personalised Miniature Dachshund Word Art Print | Dachshund owners and sausage dog fans | Name, sock thief, sofa burrower, the year they came home | £9.99 |
| Personalised English Cocker Spaniel Word Art Print | Spaniel owners | Name, muddy paws, first in the pond, best walking buddy | £9.99 |
| Personalised Labrador Retriever Word Art Print | Family dog lovers | Name, always hungry, tail wagger, our shadow | £9.99 |
| Personalised Greyhound Word Art Print | Greyhound adopters | Name, fast on the walk, sofa champion, gentle soul | £9.99 |
| Personalised Scottish Terrier Word Art Print | Terrier owners | Name, stubborn, fearless, loyal to the end | £9.99 |
| Great Dane word art print | Owners of big, gentle dogs | Name, gentle giant, lap dog at heart, takes up the whole bed | £9.99 |
Framed A4 starts from £22.99 and framed A3 from £30.99 if you would like something ready to hang.
What words should you put on a dachshund print?
Here are three example word lists to adapt. Swap in your own details and keep only what is true.
Example 1: the playful puppy print
- Biscuit (the dog’s name)
- Our little sausage
- Home since March 2026
- Sock thief
- Duvet explorer
- Squeaky toy champion
- Tiny legs, big personality
- Park on Sundays
Example 2: the Father’s Day print “from the dog”
- Happy Father’s Day, Dad
- From Alfie
- Walks at six
- Shares the sofa (mostly)
- Best belly rubs
- Never lets you eat alone
- Loyal, cheeky, loved
Example 3: the memorial print
- Pepper (the dog’s name)
- 2011 to 2025
- Our brave girl
- Beach walks in the wind
- Waited by the door
- Always by our side
- Forever our dog
A tip for any list: read it aloud. If a word makes you smile or tugs at your heart, keep it. If it feels generic, replace it with something that only your dog does.
How it works
- Choose a print. Pick the breed that suits the dog or the owner.
- Design it with your own words. Add the name, dates, places and habits.
- Preview it free. Check the layout before you commit to anything.
- Get it your way. Choose an instant digital download, or have a printed or framed print delivered. Framed prints ship within 3-5 working days in the UK and 7-15 days internationally.
With over 470 designs in the wider range, it is easy to find something for the other animal lovers in your life too. If you are buying for a dad’s milestone birthday, our 60th birthday gift ideas for dad may help.
FAQ
What should I write on a personalised dachshund print?
Start with the dog’s name, then add the words that make them recognisable: their nicknames, favourite spots, daily habits and the date they came home. A mix of funny and affectionate words usually works best. Aim for 10 to 20 words so the design stays balanced.
Can I put more than one dog’s name on the print?
Yes, you choose all of the words yourself, so you can include several names, such as a pair of dachshunds or a dachshund and their canine housemates. You can preview the design free before you buy to check it looks right.
How much do personalised dachshund gifts cost?
The Personalised Miniature Dachshund Word Art Print starts from £9.99 as an instant digital download or an unframed print. Framed A4 prints start from £22.99 and framed A3 from £30.99.
Can I get a dachshund print the same day?
Every print can be a digital download that arrives instantly, from £9.99. You can print it at home or at a local print shop. Framed and unframed prints are posted and take 3-5 working days in the UK.
Is a dachshund print a good memorial gift?
It can be a gentle way to remember a dog who has passed. Many people include their name, the years they were together, the places they loved and the little habits they will always remember. Choose words that feel true to the dog rather than anything formal.
What if my dachshund is not a miniature?
The shop’s dachshund print listed here is the Miniature Dachshund design. If you are buying for the owner of a standard dachshund, you can browse the dog breed gifts category to see what else is available, with 130+ breeds in the range.
About Word Art Prints
Word Art Prints is a UK shop making personalised word art prints since 2017. With 470+ designs, every print is made to order with the customer’s own words, from names and dates to memories and places.