We currently have 2 dachshunds and an indoor cat. The dog we saw this weekend with my mother in law was a super small mini dachshund...she would only ever be about 8 pounds. My other 2 are about 12 pounds. We live a very pet friendly life...they are with us all the time, but when they aren't, we have family that watches them...my sister lives across the street, my parents have 7 acres. The shelter dog was very laid back and sweet and we just can't get her off our minds...
Re: This is why I asked...
Look into your local laws, some places don't allow you to have more than 3 pets and other random restrictions. But I don't think adding another dog is going to be that big of a deal for you as long as one more won't stress you out or cause finacial issues.
I'm probably not the best one to talk though -- I have 2 little dogs, 3 cats, and a parakeet.
Since you know what you're getting into with a dachsie, go for it.
I love dachsies but don't know if I'd ever get another one. We'll have to see...