There’s something truly special about a park full of dachshunds on a crisp autumn day — and the Dachshund Festival at Moore Park was exactly that.
Hundreds of long-bodied, short-legged legends descended on the grounds alongside their proud pet parents for a day of fun, friendly competition, and plenty of belly scratches. The atmosphere? Absolutely electric from start to finish.
We were thrilled to be part of the action as a proud sponsor — and what a day it turned out to be.
A record-breaking moment
The undeniable centrepiece of the day was the attempt to break a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of dachshunds ever assembled in one place.
Watching hundreds of sausage dogs line up together — some cooperating beautifully, others with their own agenda entirely — was one of those moments that put a huge smile on your face. A true celebration of the breed and the passionate pet community that loves them.
Highlights from the day
🏁 Dachshund races — pure chaos, maximum entertainment
🛹 Susie the skateboarding dachshund stole every heart
🏆 Cutest Pup competition — the judges had a tough job
🌭 Costume parade — the hot dog outfit won the crowd
The dachshund races were a firm crowd favourite — equal parts competitive and comedic. Some pups sprinted to the finish line like seasoned athletes; others trotted cheerfully in entirely the wrong direction. Either way, everyone was cheering.
But perhaps the biggest showstopper of the day was Susie, the skateboarding dachshund. She glided across the path with effortless cool, leaving the entire crowd absolutely captivated. Susie, if you’re reading this, you’re an icon.
Costumes were everywhere, and creativity was in full swing. The classic “hot dog” outfit emerged as the undisputed fan favourite — perfectly on theme and endlessly charming.
Knose at the dachshund festival
At the Knose stand, we ran our popular “Guess the Vet Bill” competition — and it sparked some genuinely eye-opening conversations. Many pet owners were surprised to discover just how quickly vet costs can add up, which is exactly why pet insurance matters.
It was a fun and natural way to talk about something that can make a real difference to Australian pet families. For Dachshunds, it’s especially helpful in managing veterinary costs related to inherited conditions and injuries they may develop over their long lives.
Common health problems in Dachshunds
Knose covers the following potential health problems in Dachshunds:
Our dog bandanas and pop-up bowls were a hit, with plenty of pups proudly sporting their new Knose accessories around the grounds. There’s nothing quite like seeing a dachshund strutting past in a bandana to brighten your day.
Supporting Wiener Crew Rescue
It was also wonderful to see such strong community support for Wiener Crew Rescue, the rescue organisation that partnered with the event.
All funds raised on the day went directly towards helping dachshunds in need — a cause that sits very close to our hearts. Seeing the community rally behind it was genuinely moving.
We absolutely loved being part of such a warm, vibrant, and community-driven event. If you were there, thank you for stopping by the Knose stand — it was a pleasure to meet so many wonderful dogs (and their humans!). We can’t wait to see you at the next one.
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