FAQ's
What is the price of your puppies?
Our prices range from $800-$1800, pricing depends greatly on the line the puppy comes from, and the color/pattern. If we have individual photos of the litter, a price will be listed next to the name of the puppy.
Will you hold a pup without a deposit?
To offer everyone a fair opportunity, WE DO NOT MAINTAIN WAITING LISTS. We take deposits and place pups after they are born, usually 2-4 weeks after the birthdate. We will not hold a pup without a minimum deposit.
Other breeders have 'Waiting Lists'. Why don't you?
We have tried waitlists in the past. Out of 25 people on a waitlist, only two responded and we were told they found something else. Nobody contacted us and asked to be removed from the waitlist. The remainder ignored our emails about our available puppies, no reply back. Other breeders are getting away from waiting lists as well. Our policies have been created over decades and work well for us.
How much is your deposit?
Our deposits are $300. This can be made through check, or Paypal. Deposits are non-refundable. We do not take deposits until puppies are born. Avoid any other breeder that will take a deposit without a specific pup for you.
Do you do any training for the pups?
We are engaged in a program called 'Puppy Culture'. Puppy Culture breeders lay the foundation for emotional stability and learning. Then, Puppy Culture owners follow through with training and socialization.
Where are your puppies kept?
Our puppies are kept inside our home and raised in our nurseries. We have rooms in our home that are dedicated to our puppies and their mommas. Our puppies are handled daily, and there is always someone there to care for their needs.
Do you provide a contract and guarantee on health?
We do have a contract. We guarantee the puppy’s health for 72 hours after sale. During these 72 hours it is recommended that the puppy be checked by a licensed veterinarian. I do not cover for any internal parasites (Coccidia, Giardia, Worms etc.) once the puppy leaves my home.
What about genetic diseases? Do you guarantee against those?
We guarantee the health of the puppy from all life threatening genetic/hereditary diseases until 12 months. If the pup is found to have a life threatening genetic/hereditary disease, I will replace the pup with a pup of equal value.
The pups already have names listed. If I get a puppy, can I use another name?
We use names to identify them individually from their siblings. At times, they are very close in appearance, so it helps us get the correct photos for a pup. Fun fact: we choose these names from TV shows and movies. Can you guess what theme we have used for the current litter(s)?
Can I buy a puppy for someone else?
We place our pups in only the best environments. This means becoming familiar with the new owners. We will ask questions about care of the pup and need the person responsible for the care of the pup to go through the process. We will not allow our pups to placed by proxy.
What if I can not make it on the pickup date?
All puppy deliveries are made on the same day. This is done for good reason, the stress of the adults and pups leaving can be minimized. If you are unable to make the date, a fee of $50/week will be charged to hold a puppy past the pickup date. You will need to notify us prior to making the deposit to hold a pup past the delivery date.
When can my puppy come home?
Our puppies do not leave our care until a minimum of 8 weeks of age. We will arrange a date and time with you for pickup. In some cases if I feel a puppy needs to stay longer I will hold them until I feel they are ready to leave my care.
When can I see puppy pictures?
We take photos of the pups after their eyes open at 2-3 weeks. Expect individual photos after that time.
I want to pick my puppy, can I come choose one?
We are very careful with our litters. These little guys are not vaccinated against disease. We typically take deposits after they are born, and the entire litter is placed based on photos alone. Contact us with any special requests.
How can I see the pup after I place a deposit?
We will update photos every week, and at 6 weeks we start making videos to send to the new homes. We are very receptive to any questions you might have regarding your new pup and will answer e-mails quickly.
What if I see another pup I like after placing a deposit?
Your deposit is transferrable to another puppy. If a pup is available, we will most likely approve a transfer. We make great effort and spend time documenting your puppies growth and health. We send photos and detailed information to the new owners. This is the purpose of the deposit, this takes time and resources. This is why the deposit is non-refundable.
Why did I not get a response from your "Contact Us" page?
We do our best to answer questions immediately. If you sent us a question but did not receive and answer quickly, you likely entered your email address incorrectly. We will communicate through social media if you like, but we require all potential buyers to go through the web site "Contact Us" page. This way we can track your full names, what you are interested in, and your contact information all in one place. Please contact us ONCE through the website. If you continue to contact us through the website we will not be able to track your requests or deposits.
Can I make one deposit on multiple puppies
Most of our pups are placed in 4-5 weeks based on photos alone. We cannot hold multiple pups for one customer with one deposit. We are very busy with this, it is not our full time job, but a hobby. We have made the deposit process easy and ask our customers to respect our guidelines.
What does it mean when there are "to xxxxx" names beside a puppy description?
These are the first names of the new homes where the pups will be placed. If you see a monetary amount listed, this puppy is available. If no amount is visible, the pup is not available for adoption.
Will you ship puppies?
We have done this in the past. United Airlines offers a 'Petsafe' travel program where the pups can fly unaccompanied in a climate controlled space on the airplane. They do not list a dachshund as an animal that will be safe to fly aboard United Airlines. Contact your airline.
Do the pups come with vaccinations?
We will vaccinate the pups just before they leave our care. We will use 'Spectra 5' which is a 5 in 1 vaccine and covers distemper, parvo, adenovirus, and parainfluenza. We also worm them starting at two weeks and continue to do so for the 8 weeks. We will provide records for you to give to your veterinarian.
I put a deposit on a puppy, what do you feed them?
We use only Diamond products. They have excellent protein and is a good grain free kibble. On delivery day, the pups will be eating dry Diamond premium puppy. We will have some food in a sealed container to feed the puppy if you want to transition to something else. In addition to puppy food, they will get a litter blanket, a toy, puppy pads, and registration paperwork.