Spark Study Buddy (Explorer): Dachshund parade in Hungary attempts to set world record
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[1] A large number of dachshunds showed off their looks in Hungary earlier this month while trying to set a record for the largest single-breed dog walk in the country. Hundreds of dogs and their owners gathered at the Budapest City Park on May 1 and walked in a big circle in the spring sun.
[2] The parade of pups was observed by the Hungarian Records Association. They decided whether the large group of dogs could officially enter the record books. István Sebestyén, registrar and president of the association, said his organisation carefully counted the number of participating dogs. It was challenging with so many hounds and humans gathered in one place.
[3] Dachshunds are a short, muscular breed with stubby legs. They were first bred in Germany and remain one of Hungary's most popular dog breeds. Dachshunds are known as 'wiener dogs' or 'sausage dogs' for their long, low-slung bodies. At first, they were bred for hunting badgers and other burrowing creatures. But their loyal, curious and playful nature has also made them popular as family pets.
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