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Health first, always

Healthy parents,
healthy puppies

Responsible breeding starts long before a litter is born. Here's how we protect the health of every puppy, and how we stand behind them.

Our guarantee
Two healthy chocolate Dachshund puppies resting on a cream blanket
Before breeding

Parent health testing

Every sire and dam is screened before joining our program. Results are listed on each dog's profile.

PRA-cord1 (DNA)

Screens for a form of progressive retinal atrophy that can cause blindness in Miniature Dachshunds.

Cardiac exam

An OFA-recognized heart exam to screen for congenital heart conditions.

Patellar luxation

OFA evaluation of the kneecaps for healthy, pain-free movement.

Eye exam (CAER)

Annual eye examinations by a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist.

Lafora (wire-haired)

DNA testing for Lafora disease, a neurological condition seen in Miniature Wire-haired Dachshunds.

Responsible color pairing

We never breed dapple to dapple ("double dapple"), which can cause blindness and deafness.

See each parent's results
Before go-home day

Vet care for every puppy

Your puppy leaves our home healthy, protected and ready to thrive.

  • Full exam by our veterinarian
  • Age-appropriate vaccinations
  • Regular deworming schedule
  • Registered microchip
  • Complete health records for your vet
In writing

Our health guarantee

Every puppy comes with a written health guarantee against life-threatening genetic conditions. Full terms are included in your puppy agreement.

  • 72-hour vet checkHave your puppy examined by your own vet within 72 hours of go-home day.
  • Genetic health coverageCoverage for life-threatening hereditary conditions, as detailed in the contract.
  • Lifetime take-backIf you can ever no longer keep your Dachshund, they always have a home with us.

Guarantee length and terms are confirmed in your puppy agreement.

Caring for their back

Dachshund health tips

Keep them lean

Extra weight strains the spine. Measure meals and keep treats small.

Ramps, not jumps

Use ramps for sofas and beds, and gates on stairs, especially while growing.

Lift with support

Always support the chest and hind end so the back stays level.

Harness over collar

A harness spreads pressure across the chest instead of the neck.

Read our IVDD prevention guide
Questions

Health FAQs

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