A new art exhibition focused on the history of the dachshund in art opened in Bremen, Germany, as reported on Oct. 31, 2026. The show examines the role of the dog breed, commonly known as the sausage dog, as a subject for various artists.
The exhibition highlights the connection between the breed and several famous artists who were either owners or fans of dachshunds. These figures include Pablo Picasso, David Hockney, and Andy Warhol, whose works or associations with the breed are featured in the display.
In addition to traditional museum visitors, the exhibition organizers have announced that guests are permitted to bring their own dogs to the show. The event was documented in video coverage produced by Daniel Niemann for the Associated Press.
The scale of the exhibition involves works from at least three globally recognized artists—Picasso, Hockney, and Warhol—though the total number of pieces in the collection was not reported. For local residents and dachshund breeders, the event serves as a survey of a breed often associated with German heritage. A visitor to the museum will notice a physical environment shared by both artwork and live dogs, a change from traditional museum regulations that may influence how other institutions approach pet-friendly programming.
Knock-on effects may include increased visibility for the featured artists' animal studies and could set a precedent for other German cultural institutions regarding animal access. The source did not provide a closing date for the exhibition or details on whether it will travel to other cities. What happens next depends on the museum's scheduled run for the show; however, specific deadlines for final viewings were not reported.