Living Up to the Nickname: The Art of the Sausage Dog Heist

There are certain universal truths about Dachshunds. They are stubborn, they have selective hearing, and their entire lives revolve around the acquisition of snacks.

We call them "Sausage Dogs" or "Wiener Dogs" because of their shape, but anyone who has owned one knows the nickname runs deeper than that. It's a lifestyle.

Capturing the Chaos

Funny Dachshund Art | "The Sausage Thief" Dog Lover Gift

As an artist (and a fan of dogs with big personalities), I wanted to create a piece that took that nickname literally. I didn't just want a cute portrait of a Dachshund sitting still—because, let's be honest, that rarely happens.

I wanted to capture the pure, chaotic joy of a successful heist.

About This Piece

This digital painting, which I call the "Sausage Dog Bandit," features a triumphant Doxie in mid-stride. He has managed to secure what appears to be his own body weight in sausages, and the look on his face isn't guilt—it's pure victory.

I focused on the details that define the breed: the flapping ears, the determined little legs, and that specific spark of mischief in the eyes. It's a tribute to the fact that despite their small size, they have huge personalities and an even bigger appetite.

The Perfect Kitchen Companion

This design is meant to bring a laugh to anyone who knows the struggle of keeping food out of reach of a determined low-rider.

I have made this piece available on my Redbubble shop. It makes for hilarious kitchen decor (perhaps a subtle warning to guard your own sausages), and it looks fantastic on aprons, mugs, stickers and t-shirts. Anywhere, anyhow you want to show off your Doxie love!

If you have a friend who is obsessed with their Wiener dog, this is the perfect gift that says, "I get it."

👉 "Funny Dachshund Dog Stealing String of Sausages Art" Sticker

By the way, at any time you can find my work at Redbubble by searching @kornkobart in the Redbubble search bar