Piedmont Doxies

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!!

05/08/2026

Gunner as a puppy vs Today!

05/08/2026

BREAKING NEWS: A dachshund has allegedly snuck into first class on a flight from Melbourne to New York.

Passengers say he boarded quietly, avoided eye contact, and acted like he had “important business in Manhattan.”

The situation escalated when cabin crew found him in seat 1A wearing a neck pillow, refusing economy snacks, and demanding his sparkling water be served “with exactly three ice cubes.”

When asked how he got past security, witnesses say he simply looked confused, tilted his head, and was immediately waved through by 14 staff members who called him “a good boy.”

The airline became suspicious after noticing the passenger list had no record of “Sir Sausage Von Barkington III.”

However, by that point, he had already eaten two complimentary meals, stolen a blanket, claimed emotional ownership of the entire cabin, and barked at a businessman for using the armrest.

Authorities say the dachshund has refused to comment unless snacks are provided.

More updates as this story develops.

05/07/2026

For everyone asking prices of puppies… this is an explanation of pricing and what you can expect!

As of May 2026, pet dachshunds typically cost between $1,500 and $3,500 for a puppy from a reputable breeder, with average prices often around $1,800 – $2,200. Prices vary significantly by breeder, location (higher in CA, NY, FL), and coat type, while adoption from rescues usually costs $300 – $400.
Key Cost Factors for 2026 Breeder Puppies:$1,500 – $3,500) for AKC-registered puppies, with some special colors or long-haired, miniature dachshunds reaching up to $5,000.
Lower-Cost Options: Puppies without papers or from less-specialized breeders can be found for $800 – $1,500).
Adoption/Rescues: Adoption fees for adult dogs or puppies range from ($100) to ($400).
Initial Costs: Beyond the purchase price, expect ($1,000) – ($2,000) in the first year for supplies, vaccinations, and neutering/spaying.
Why Prices Vary: High-quality breeders often charge more because they perform required DNA and genetic testing on parents (critical for avoiding expensive, long-term IVDD back issues), and raise puppies in in-home environments.
Warning Signs: Prices under ($1,000) for a puppy may indicate a scam or backyard breeder, which can lead to higher long-term vet bills due to health issues outside of the breeders control.

05/05/2026

05/04/2026

04/26/2026

Charlotte(1st litter) and Theo (2nd litter) having a lil play time!! Thanks Steve for sharing!!

04/16/2026

All my Doxie loving people out there!!! You must try!!!

04/16/2026

✨ So You Want a Dachshund…Read This First ✨

AKC recently announced that Dachshunds are now the 5th most popular dog breed in the U.S., and I’m seeing more and more first‑time Doxie owners reaching out. I love this breed deeply — but we need to talk honestly about what they were bred to do.

I’ve personally come to believe that many Dachshunds only live up to the negative side of their reputation because they’re not placed in environments that help them thrive. Too often, they’re with owners who don’t have a deep, firm understanding of canine behavior or how to appropriately channel their energy and temperament — and both the the dog and their families end up paying the price for that mismatch.

I also see a lot of owners complaining about very normal Dachshund behaviors without realizing that these are the exact things the breed was designed to do. The chasing, the digging, the loud barking, the obsession with small rodents or even killing small animals — those are not “bad” dogs, that is the breed’s purpose bred into a modern home. Those instincts shouldn’t be shamed, squashed, or punished out of them; they need to be understood and responsibly channeled.
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🐾 Dachshunds Are Working Dogs

Dachshunds were never designed to be “just” lap dogs.
They were purpose‑bred in Germany to:

•Go underground after badgers and other burrowing game

•Squeeze through tight tunnels with their long bodies

•Use powerful paws to dig and push forward

•Bark loudly and boldly face tough prey

That history is why today’s Doxies are brave, intense, noisy, busy, and incredibly determined.
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⚠️ Not a Plug‑and‑Play “Companion Breed”

Dachshunds are a working breed in a small body. That means:

•Strong hunting and chasing instincts

•Independent, problem‑solving minds

•Natural tendency to guard, dig, and “patrol”

•Big opinions and even bigger confidence

Yes, they are loyal to a fault and can be cuddly, loving family members — but they are not a set‑it‑and‑forget‑it dog you just bring home and hope for the best.
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💡 Tips to Help a Dachshund Thrive at Home

If you want a well‑rounded Dachshund in a home setting, think in terms of outlets and structure:

•Train the brain daily
Short, focused training sessions (5–10 minutes) a few times a day beat one long class once a week.

•Work on impulse control (sit, stay, leave it, place), recalls, and calm behaviors in the house.

•Give “legal” hunting jobs
Use scent games, snuffle mats, scatter feeding, hide‑and‑seek with toys or treats, and nose work–style games so they can use their nose and hunting instincts in a safe, controlled way.

•Channel the chase drive
Flirt poles, fetch, controlled games with appropriate toys, and structured play sessions help satisfy their urge to chase without turning the neighborhood squirrels into target practice.

•Provide digging outlets
Create a “yes” zone: a sandbox, a kiddie pool with dirt or balls, or a designated digging spot in the yard, and reward them for using that instead of your flowerbeds.

•Set clear, consistent house rules
Decide early: furniture rules, door manners, barking rules, crate use, feeding routines. Be consistent and everyone in the household should follow the same expectations.

•Socialize with intention
Expose them early and calmly to different people, dogs, sounds, surfaces, and environments. Pair new experiences with food and safety, not overwhelm and flooding.

•Protect their rest and routine
Working minds need downtime. Use crates, pens, and place training to teach them to settle and switch off so they aren’t “on duty” 24/7.

•Reward what you want, not just punish what you don’t
Reinforce calmness, quiet, checking in, and choosing you over distractions. Don’t just correct the barking and chasing; pay the dog for making good choices, too.

When no one steps up as a calm, consistent leader and there are no healthy outlets for all that wiring, many Dachshunds will happily take the leadership role themselves — and that’s when the “tiny tyrant” stories start.
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😈 When Boundaries Are Missing…

This is when you often see:
•Barking at everything and everyone

•Guarding couches, beds, toys, or people

•Snapping when moved or challenged

•Ignoring recalls and “doing their own thing”

•A 10–15 lb dog basically running the entire house

The behavior isn’t random — it’s their natural temperament with no guidance or healthy outlets.
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❤️ Who Dachshunds Are Right For
A Dachshund may be a great fit if you:

•Enjoy training and setting structure
Can be firm but fair and patient

•Want to channel their drive into fun activities

•Love a smart, opinionated dog with a sense of humor

If you want a very easy, low‑effort, go‑with‑the‑flow dog who needs little structure or training, a Dachshund probably isn’t the right choice — and that’s okay.

The best homes for Dachshunds are the ones that love them *for* who they are: small working dogs with big hearts, big brains, and big instincts — with owners who understand how to guide and channel those instincts, instead of fighting them.

04/15/2026

Let’s talk about “mini” Dachshunds for a minute…

I get a LOT of messages like:
👉 “Can you guarantee this puppy will stay under 10 pounds?”
👉 “How big will this puppy be full grown?”
👉 “I only want a true mini, not one that grows too big.”

Here’s the honest truth: size in Dachshunds is way more complicated than people think.

✴️AKC and the whole “mini vs standard” thing...

On AKC paperwork, your dog is registered as: Dachshund.
That’s it. No separate box for “miniature” and no separate box for “standard.”

“Miniature” is a show weight division based on the dog’s weight at 12 months and older:

🔸️Miniature: 11 lb and under (at 12 months +)
🔸️Standard: usually 16–32 lb
🔸️Lots of pets live in the “in-between” or tweenie range as we affectionately call it

So when someone says, “I only want an AKC registered miniature,” what they’re really asking for is a Dachshund who ends up in that mini weight class as an adult — and nobody can see that with certainty at 8 weeks.

✴️How miniatures actually came about...

Originally, Dachshunds were sturdy, bigger badger dogs.
Later, hunters selectively bred smaller Dachshunds for rabbit work. Same breed, same purpose-driven dog, just a smaller size for a different job.

There is no magic “mini gene.”
Size is controlled by MANY genes plus environment, nutrition, and overall health.

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And here’s a little nerdy Dachshund fun fact for you 🐾

In a lot of Europe, they don’t even use weight to sort Dachshunds into sizes. Instead, under the FCI standard, they measure the chest circumference of an adult dog to decide what size class it falls into.
Why? Because chest size is part of the dog’s actual frame, while weight can bounce around based on things like food, muscle, and overall condition, so measuring the chest gives a much clearer picture of the dog’s true size than the number on the scale.
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✴️Minis can throw standards, and standards can throw minis...

Because genetics are wild (and size is controlled by multiple genes), it is completely normal to see:

🔸️Two miniature-sized parents produce a puppy that matures into standard size
🔸️Two standard-sized parents produce a puppy that lands in the miniature range

That doesn’t mean the breeder did anything wrong. It means genetics is doing what genetics does: mixing, matching, and sometimes surprising everyone.

So “Both parents are mini, so the puppies will all be mini” sounds nice… but it isn’t how biology works.

✴️Why parent size ≠ guaranteed puppy size...

Looking at mom and dad gives you a general idea, not a guarantee.
Puppies can still land all along a spectrum because:

🔸️Size is a polygenic trait (many genes involved)
🔸️Littermates can mature at noticeably different sizes
🔸️Nutrition, exercise, illness, spay/neuter status, and overall care also play a role

That’s why you might see one pup stop around 9 lb and a sibling reach 14 lb, from the same parents.

When people ask, “What will this puppy weigh full grown?” the most honest answer is: “I can give you a range, but I cannot promise a number.”

✴️Why reputable breeders won’t guarantee weight...

An ethical breeder will NOT:
❌ Guarantee “under 10 lb”
❌ Promise a “true mini” as if it’s locked in
❌ Put an exact adult weight in writing to close a sale

Because there is no honest way to guarantee something that genetics and environment ultimately control.

A responsible breeder will:
✅ Explain how AKC size divisions work
✅ Share parents’ sizes and what they typically see in their lines
✅ Focus on health, structure, and temperament first
✅ Maybe give a broad estimate (mini/tweenie/standard range) with clear disclaimers

If someone is promising a very specific adult weight just to make you feel better… that’s a red flag 🚩

✴️Now, let’s flip the script...

Instead of asking:
❓ “Can you guarantee this puppy will stay under X pounds?”

Try asking:
💬 “What are the parents’ weights and builds like?”
💬 “What sizes have you seen from this line in past litters?”
💬 “What do you prioritize in your breeding program besides size?”

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Now I want to hear from you 👇

Drop in the comments:
🔸️Your Dachshund’s adult weight
🔸️What you thought you were getting (mini, standard, or tweenie)
🔸️And whether they surprised you!
🔸Show us your dachshund!! Pics please!!

04/04/2026

I keep seeing people say that if a breeder asks for a deposit, it’s a scam.
That’s not accurate and honestly, it shows a misunderstanding of how responsible programs operate.

A deposit isn’t just “sending money.”
It’s you saying: this is the puppy I’m committing to.

And on our end, it’s us saying: okay, we’re committing this puppy to you.

That means we stop advertising that puppy.
We stop taking other applications for that spot.
We turn away other families who were ready.

Now let me give a real scenario-

Let’s say a family places a deposit on a puppy. We mark that puppy as reserved, update our listings, and tell other interested homes that he’s no longer available.

A two weeks later, that family changes their mind.

In those two weeks, we could have placed that puppy with another ready, qualified home but we didn’t, because he was spoken for.

Now we’re starting over.

That’s exactly why deposits are non-refundable.

Not because we’re trying to make money off someone changing their mind
but because time, opportunity, and serious homes were already invested into that reservation.

Deposits aren’t a red flag.
They’re what keep things fair, organized, and intentional for both the breeder and the families on our waitlist.

If you’re unsure, ask questions. You should.

But calling deposits a scam across the board just isn’t accurate and it discredits breeders who are doing things the right way.

This isn’t like buying something you can put back on a shelf.

These are real puppies, real time, and real planning that goes into every placement.

If you’re not ready to commit
you’re not ready for a puppy.