River Runts Miniature Dachshunds

05/28/2026

Pretty little dapple girl looking for her forever home.

05/27/2026

Couple of nice longcoat all black miniature Dachshunds a friend of mine has on hand (literally). Sired by our male, Gunner.
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05/14/2026

Poor photo quality because he was busy playing, but Gunner is having a small issue with static today 😂⚡️

05/14/2026

This is one of the funniest things I’ve ever seen. As soon as Mrs. K says something about “that’s the first one I’ve seen drink water”… she just yaks it back into the bowl….
Sound up.

05/10/2026

05/02/2026

Ivy's got the Jimmy leg!

05/02/2026

Joey (Decku) on the move...

04/28/2026

I’m both stealing and amending this post from a friend…
“Never let anyone tell you you shouldn’t go to the pet store and buy $30 in dog toys. That $80 will be the best $400 you’ve ever spent…”

River Runts Miniature Dachshunds Great Miniature Dachshunds for Great People! Located in Southern Manitoba, Canada

04/22/2026

Some people have asked us if it's okay that we breed our girls every heat. It's better...
"Breeders sometimes breed dogs on every heat cycle—often called "back-to-back" breeding—based on reproductive research suggesting it is healthier for the bitch's uterus, helping to avoid uterine infections like pyometra and uterine damage caused by repeated, non-pregnant cycles. This approach is often considered healthier than letting a dog go through consecutive cycles without becoming pregnant.
Health and Uterine Health: Contrary to older beliefs, some studies show that breeding every heat (back-to-back) is less stressful on the uterus than skipping heats. Not breeding allows uterine linings to "stack up," increasing the risk of pyometra (a potentially fatal uterine infection).
Preventing Pseudopregnancy: Regular breeding protects the uterus from damage caused by repeated, non-pregnant progesterone exposure (false pregnancy or pseudo-pregnancy).
"Finishing" a Breeding Career: Experts often recommend that once a breeder starts breeding a female, they should continue every heat until the dog is "finished" (i.e., litter sizes decrease significantly), rather than taking long breaks.
Health Evaluation: Responsible breeders who follow this practice ensure the bitch is in excellent condition, has a healthy weight, and has fully recovered from nursing before breeding again.
Maximizing Fertility: In some cases, skipping cycles when a dog is younger can mean missing her peak fertility window, leading to smaller litters later in life.
Note on Best Practices: Many experts advise against breeding on a dog's first heat cycle, as she may not be physically or emotionally mature. Breeding every heat is usually continued until the dog is retired, usually around age 5 or 6, to allow for a long retirement.

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04/18/2026

Two litters, less than 24 hours apart.
All puppies are sold to wonderful owners!!!

04/12/2026

Our two girls- both due within a week!