An English Cream Dachshund is a Dachshund with a soft, pale golden coat caused by a recessive gene that clears black pigment from the coat. This results in a clean, solid cream color rather than the reddish tones seen in other Dachshund coat colors.

The name comes from the coloring being more closely associated with European breeding lines, particularly in England, where the cream coloring was developed and popularized. The breed itself, however, originated in Germany like all Dachshunds.

English Cream is a coat color, not a separate breed. English Cream Dachshunds are the same breed as any other Dachshund, just with a distinct genetic trait that produces their signature golden coat.

Some English Cream Dachshunds can have lighter eye colors, ranging from amber to green, though many still have the classic dark brown eyes seen throughout the breed. Eye color can vary from puppy to puppy.

No, English Cream Dachshunds are not hypoallergenic. Like all Dachshunds, they shed and produce dander, so those with allergies should spend time with the breed beforehand to gauge their sensitivity.

English Cream Dachshunds don’t require significantly different grooming than other Dachshunds, though their lighter coats can show dirt more easily. Regular brushing and occasional baths are usually enough to keep their coat looking its best.