Our Breeding Program

Our Breeding Program

Our breeding practices focus on best practices with the goal to continuously improve the health of future dachshund generations. We believe it is essential to have a holistic approach prioritizing our dogs’ health and well-being, with a breed program rooted in responsible breeding for happier and healthier dogs. 

Breeding Best Practics

  • We are compliant with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding the ownership and maintenance of dogs.
  • We are compliant with the AKC Care and Conditions Policy, including inspection(s) by the American Kennel Club.
  • Pedigree assessments are done to create matches between dogs that show more health strengths than weaknesses.
  • Ensure each puppy comes from healthy pedigree lines and heritage.
  • Current parents and future breeding dogs are AKC/CKC registered with pedigrees.
  • Maintain or increase bloodline diversity and minimize the risks associated with inbreeding.
  • Physically health dogs are paired based on genetic health tests, clinical veterinarian examinations, conformation, parent temperaments, and overall health history.
  • We are committed to continuous education on breeding practices to focus on improving the lives of our dogs. 

    Physical Health (Parent and Puppy)

    • Tests are done to decrease the likelihood of producing puppies with heritable conditions.  Genetic testing is performed on parent’s DNA across 262 breed-specific genetic health risks, 8 dachshund-breed relevant. These tests are to screen for the presence of certain disease-causing mutations.
    • Our dogs receive regular and specialized veterinary care covering all aspects of the dog’s health.
    • Our veterinarian performs physical and diagnostic examinations on parents and puppies. This includes up to date wellness checks, vaccinations, heartworm prevention, and flea and tick prevention.
    • Parents and puppies are fed Purina Pro Plan food with probiotics. Pumpkin, fish oil, and supplements are given per vet recommendation.
      Available Puppies

      Mental Health (Parent and Puppy)

      • Breeding dogs' and puppies emotional and cognitive needs are met through exercise, social interaction, and neurological stimulation to support a strong foundation of behavioral development.
      • We provide safe and stimulating experiences for parents and puppies by introducing them to exposure to:
        • Early neurological stimulation through specific handling exercises for each puppy coupled with daily physical contact.
        • Early exposure to different sounds and sensations daily
        • Early and frequent socialization with family, friends, dogs, and cats
        • Mental stimulation through use of various toys and playtime
        • We implement early training and behavior coaching based on positive reinforcement methods.
      • We give them lots of love!
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        Environment

        • We have established environmental conditions that are targeted to support the overall well-being of dogs and puppies. We provide clean, comfortable, safe, and enriching environments where breeding dogs and puppies can flourish. Environment can play a critical role in the physical, mental, and emotional health of dogs and puppies.
        • All dogs and puppies are indoor dogs and family members in our home. We are home with them full-time.
        • We provide all dogs and puppies with clean indoor areas: home, crates, and play areas which are regularly cleaned and maintained.
        • We have multiple fenced in yards safely treated for flea and tick prevention, with comfortable resting areas and weather protection
        • Water is always available and frequent treats for awarding good behavior
        • Puppies are kept with their mother and littermates in a custom nursery with whelping station, designated play run, crate training space, and open area for additional exercise and discovery until they’re ready for transition to their new home.
          Available Puppies

          Buyer Education and Policies

          • Key areas of Buyer Education materials included:
            • Puppy Proofing
            • Puppy Development
            • Dachshund Breed Specific
            • Ongoing Wellness
            • Other Education Resources
          • Policy standards included are:
            • Our Adoption Process
            • Our Breeding Program Practices
            • Puppy Transition Care Support
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            Transition Care Support

            • We offer a seamless Puppy Transition including Health/Veterinary History, Education Resources, and a Premier Pampered Puppy Pack.  Puppy pickup coordination is provided including transport services as needed.
            • We provide Puppy Care Coordination for the first 6 months after adoption with monthly checkpoints, puppy education, puppy care/prevention reminders, and access to additional dachshund puppy resources.
              Available Puppies