From Dorky to Superstar: The Wiener Dog’s Revenge | M6 | 66 minutes

Short legs, long body: the dachshund has become a full-blown fashion phenomenon. Fueled by celebrities and social media, it has made its way into the style world, with coats, sweaters and accessories designed especially for it, sometimes by major luxury houses. Some dogs even sell for up to €14,000.

But behind the craze lies a troubling market: mass imports, shady breeders and dog trafficking. This summer alone, more than 300 dogs were caught up in a trafficking ring between Romania and France.

So what’s really behind the dachshund mania? An investigation into the hidden side of a trend that has become big business.