Aster Creek Dachshunds
- Preferred Breeder
- 82% response rate • Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Aster Creek Dachshunds located in Windom, MN. Our dogs are bred to the AKC and UKC standards to the best of our ability. Temperament and Health are very important to us, as well as conformation. A whole package is what we aim for in our program. Our dogs are bred to have drive that is native to the breed as well as loving family pets.
Shelby’s experience
About Shelby
We are passionate animal lovers, and I work part-time at a vet clinic, allowing me to take my dogs to work with me and ensure they always get top-notch care as needed. Melissa is a retired special education teacher, now a stay-at-home mom to her autistic son and the dogs. Animals have always been our passion and I use that to ensure my dogs are raised to the highest standard.
What makes Shelby’s program special
Our puppies are raised in our homes with many hands-on. We use protocols from the program called Puppy Culture, Avidog, and many others. This helps make for well-rounded puppies so that they can leave me and become great companions for their new families. We raise our dogs to fit the breed standard to the best of our ability, taking in mind the need for health, drive, and temperament.
Shelby’s certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder, American Kennel Club Canine College, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC)
Puppies and older dogs
Twizzler
Female • Ready Apr. 23
Dachshund
Snickers
Male • Ready Apr. 23
Dachshund
Hershey
Male • Ready Apr. 23
Dachshund
Skittles
Female • Ready Apr. 23
Dachshund
Lollipop
Female • Ready Apr. 23
Dachshund
Ron (NKA Frankie)
Male • Ready Apr. 11
Dachshund
Ginny (NKA Lola)
Female • Ready Apr. 11
Dachshund
Harry
Male • Ready Apr. 11
Dachshund
Hermione
Female • Ready Apr. 11
Dachshund
Rocky
Male • Went Home Jan. 17
Dachshund
Sugar (NKA Bee)
Female • Went Home Jan. 17
Dachshund
Benny
Male • Went Home Jan. 17
Dachshund
Ruhna (Was Spice)
Female • Went Home Jan. 17
Dachshund
Frond
Female • Went Home Jan. 17
Dachshund
Tiger Lily
Female • Went Home Jan. 17
Dachshund
Forest
Male • Went Home Nov. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Truffle
Female • Went Home Nov. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Mousse
Male • Went Home Nov. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Espresso
Male • Went Home Nov. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Chip
Male • Went Home Nov. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Bonbon
Male • Went Home Oct. 20, 2024
Dachshund
Honeybun
Female • Went Home Oct. 20, 2024
Dachshund
Big Red
Male • Went Home Oct. 20, 2024
Dachshund
Runt
Female • Went Home Oct. 12, 2024
Dachshund
Alfie
Male • Went Home Oct. 12, 2024
Dachshund
Alfie
Male • Went Home Oct. 19, 2024
Dachshund
Scamp
Male • Went Home Sept. 23, 2024
Dachshund
Collette
Female • Went Home Sept. 23, 2024
Dachshund
Annette
Female • Went Home Sept. 23, 2024
Dachshund
Boston
Male • Went Home July 3, 2024
Dachshund
Harper
Male • Went Home July 3, 2024
Dachshund
Bunny
Female • Went Home July 3, 2024
Dachshund
Pho
Male • Went Home July 3, 2024
Dachshund
Hewie
Female • Went Home June 3, 2024
Dachshund
Hecates
Female • Went Home June 3, 2024
Dachshund
Artemis
Female • Went Home June 3, 2024
Dachshund
Apollo
Male • Went Home June 3, 2024
Dachshund
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Apr. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Girl 5
Female • Went Home Apr. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Apr. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Girl 4
Female • Went Home Apr. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Girl 6
Female • Went Home Apr. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Apr. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Girl 3
Female • Went Home Apr. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Vera
Female • Went Home Mar. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Lady
Female • Went Home Mar. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Louis
Male • Went Home Mar. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Chanel
Female • Went Home Mar. 24, 2024
Dachshund
Enri
Female • Went Home Mar. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Mare
Female • Went Home Mar. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Entoma
Female • Went Home Mar. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Momon
Male • Went Home Mar. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Persephone
Female • Went Home Mar. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Feb. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Feb. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Feb. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Mocha
Female • Went Home Feb. 11, 2024
Dachshund
Galatea
Female • Went Home Oct. 8, 2023
Dachshund
Theresa
Female • Went Home Oct. 8, 2023
Dachshund
Ophelia
Female • Went Home Oct. 8, 2023
Dachshund
Raki
Male • Went Home Oct. 8, 2023
Dachshund
Ramona
Female • Went Home Aug. 7, 2023
Dachshund
Jubilee
Female • Went Home Aug. 7, 2023
Dachshund
Clover
Female • Went Home Aug. 7, 2023
Dachshund
Coral
Female • Went Home Aug. 7, 2023
Dachshund
Gemma
Female • Went Home July 24, 2023
Dachshund
Koda
Male • Went Home July 24, 2023
Dachshund
Charm
Female • Went Home July 24, 2023
Dachshund
Camo
Male • Went Home July 17, 2023
Dachshund
Amy
Female • Went Home July 17, 2023
Dachshund
Russet
Male • Went Home July 17, 2023
Dachshund
Penny
Female • Went Home July 17, 2023
Dachshund
Jenny
Female • Went Home Mar. 21, 2023
Dachshund
Lilly
Female • Went Home Mar. 21, 2023
Dachshund
Sassy
Female • Went Home Mar. 21, 2023
Dachshund
Vanessa
Female • Went Home Mar. 21, 2023
Dachshund
Rufus
Male • Went Home Mar. 21, 2023
Dachshund
Birdy
Female • Went Home Mar. 21, 2023
Dachshund
Astra
Female • Went Home Mar. 14, 2023
Dachshund
Mister
Male • Went Home Mar. 14, 2023
Dachshund
Neon
Female • Went Home Mar. 14, 2023
Dachshund
Pilot
Male • Went Home Jan. 11, 2023
Dachshund
Minke
Female • Went Home Jan. 11, 2023
Dachshund
Harbor
Female • Went Home Jan. 11, 2023
Dachshund
Jaeger
Male • Went Home Sept. 16, 2022
Dachshund
Catalina
Female • Went Home Sept. 16, 2022
Dachshund
Anderson
Male • Went Home Sept. 16, 2022
Dachshund
Halley
Female • Went Home Sept. 16, 2022
Dachshund
Daphne
Female • Went Home Aug. 9, 2022
Dachshund
Azul
Male • Went Home Aug. 9, 2022
Dachshund
Luna (Bailey)
Female • Went Home Aug. 9, 2022
Dachshund
Phantom
Male • Went Home Aug. 9, 2022
Dachshund
Dusk
Female • Went Home Aug. 9, 2022
Dachshund
Bowser
Male • Went Home June 23, 2022
Dachshund
Jane
Female • Went Home June 23, 2022
Dachshund
Lizzie
Female • Went Home June 23, 2022
Dachshund
Lebeau
Male • Went Home June 23, 2022
Dachshund
Blue & Tan/Cream Dapple M1
Male • Went Home Oct. 22, 2021
Dachshund
Choclate & Tan F
Female • Went Home Oct. 22, 2021
Dachshund
Dapple Female -STUD PICK
Female • Went Home Oct. 22, 2021
Dachshund
Blue & Tan/Cream Dapple M2
Male • Went Home Oct. 22, 2021
Dachshund
Trouble
Female • Went Home Sept. 13, 2021
Dachshund
Prankster
Male • Went Home Sept. 13, 2021
Dachshund
Funny
Female • Went Home Sept. 13, 2021
Dachshund
Shenanigans
Female • Went Home Sept. 13, 2021
Dachshund
Mischief (Elvis)
Male • Went Home Sept. 13, 2021
Dachshund
Boy 1 - Wolverine
Male • Went Home Apr. 15, 2021
Dachshund
Girl 1 - Otter
Female • Went Home Apr. 15, 2021
Dachshund
Girl 2 - Wanda
Female • Went Home Apr. 15, 2021
Dachshund
Girl 3 - Lucy
Female • Went Home Apr. 15, 2021
Dachshund
Olive
Female • Went Home Oct. 24, 2020
Dachshund
Slinky Link
Male • Went Home Oct. 24, 2020
Dachshund
Hamilton
Male • Went Home Oct. 24, 2020
Dachshund
Yona
Female • Went Home Oct. 24, 2020
Dachshund
Bailey
Male • Went Home Oct. 24, 2020
Dachshund
Newborn & upcoming litters
Newborn Dachshunds from Perrin and Raven
Born Nov. 2024. Ready Jan. 17
Newborn Dachshunds from Nero and Jade
Born Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 11
Newborn Dachshunds from Nero and Rory
Born Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 23
Expected Dachshunds from Perrin and Ginger
Due Mar. 2025. Ready May 14
Expected Dachshunds from Dandi and Lucy
Due Mar. 2025. Ready May 15
Planned Dachshunds from Perrin and Mona
Due Mar. 2025. Ready May 2025
Newborn Dachshunds from Perrin and Raven
Born Nov. 2024
Ready Jan. 17
Newborn Dachshunds from Nero and Jade
Born Feb. 2025
Ready Apr. 11
Newborn Dachshunds from Nero and Rory
Born Feb. 2025
Ready Apr. 23
Litter and program updates
Shelby W.
Litter update on 21 Mar. •Learning to accept being brushed is so important for these kiddos. While they don't need a ton of grooming, its always important that they aren't resistant or scared of being combed and brushed! Little Snickers was perfectly content with it after getting his nails done. 💛🌻🐶🐾
Nero and Rory's litter
Shelby W.
Litter update on 12 Mar. •Pictures are going to be a day late everyone. Babies are doing well though! They all have eyes and can start exploring their world a bit more. How cute! 🐶🌻🐾✨
Nero and Rory's litter
Shelby W.
Litter update on 12 Mar. •Pictures are going to be a day late everyone! I apologize. Here is a cute snap from this morning at breakfast though. They are eating solid food now! 🐶🌻🐾✨
Nero and Jade's litter
Shelby W.
Litter update on 04 Mar. •We are starting to open our eyes! How exciting. Still sleepy little nest beans though. 💛🐶🐾
Nero and Rory's litter
Shelby W.
Litter update on 04 Mar. •Look at our happy little tails! 🐶🐾💛
Nero and Jade's litter
Shelby W.
Litter update on 26 Feb. •Rory babies are finally at the one week mark and thriving, even our littlest guy. She let me actually take them from the nest for longer than a couple of seconds and we got some really good snuggles in.
Nero and Rory's litter
Shelby W.
Litter update on 25 Feb. •We make sure to get plenty of snuggles in, but nightly snuggles before bed are super important for these littles and honestly for us too! Such a, serotonin boost 💛🐶🐾
Nero and Jade's litter
Shelby W.
Litter update on 21 Feb. •We have peepers!
Nero and Jade's litter
Shelby W.
Litter update on 19 Feb. •These little beans are getting so big! So squishy and loveable 💛🐶🐾
Nero and Jade's litter
Shelby W.
Litter update on 26 Dec. 2024 •Our wee singleton doing well! She loves her adopted siblings and wanted to be in on the pics of all the Christmas cheer!
Cash and Fern's litter
Getting a puppy from Shelby
Shelby has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices range from $2,200 - $3,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.
“All our puppies are the same price regarding gender and color. The only difference is the titles of the parents. Pet puppies generally go for $2200-2500, $2600-$3000 for full rights. The Deposit is non-refundable unless something happens to the puppy while in my care. At this point we will refund deposit or allow you to transfer to another litter. Please ask me any questions.”
Contract and health guarantee
Shelby may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Shelby offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Shelby directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Using protocols from Puppy Culture and Avidog, our puppies go through a week by week process of socializing, training, confidence building, and temperament testing to ensure they are well rounded. We have many people and animals in our home that also help puppies get used to different ages, genders and various other possible farm and household pets. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Positive exposure to surfaces/objects/sounds/scents, Early Scent Stimulation, Leash Walking, "No" Biting or Chewing, Clicker Training, Crate Training, Sit Command, Potty Training, Biosensor Training, Socialized with Children, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Elderly, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Touch Desensitization, Toys, e.g. Ball, Chew, e.g. Bone, and Structures, e.g. Climbing.
Puppy health practices
My puppies are given a DAPP at 8 weeks, DAPP at 12 weeks, and DAPP every 3-4 weeks until 16 weeks old. They are given at my work by a licensed Veterinarian. We deworm them every 2 weeks starting at two weeks of age. Before going home all puppies are given a wellness check at the vet to ensure everything is good and they are all set to start their new adventures.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Microchip, Initial potty training, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Registration, Blanket with Littermates Scent, Breed Club Registration, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, Vaccinations, Puppy Collar, and Puppy Leash.
Bringing your puppy home
Shelby offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Windom, MN or nearby
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
Get your puppy dropped off to you
Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
More about Shelby
Why Shelby started breeding
Co-breeder duo, Shelby and Melissa. Both of us have spent all of our lives being raised around and raising dogs ourselves. Melissa used to breed Persians and Shiba Inu. Shelby was always raised with Dachshunds and a few other various other breeds as pets. This built a strong love for our dogs and a desire to continue spreading that love through breeding dogs for other people to welcome home.
Shelby is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Shelby has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Shelby was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Shelby’s program has one size
Shelby’s Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Shelby’s program includes seven colors
Shelby’s Dachshund puppies include black and cream, dapple, brindle, chocolate and tan, black and tan, cream, and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Shelby’s program has two coat types
Shelby’s Dachshund puppies include smooth and longhaired coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
Shelby is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Aster Creek Dachshunds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Meet Shelby's parent dogs
All breeds
Dachshund
Rory, mom
Dachshund
About Rory
Rory is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shelby decided to make her part of their program. Shelby has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel
Perrin, dad
Dachshund
About Perrin
Perrin is a goofy, fun-loving boy. He loves to please his people and loves to make me laugh. Big snuggle bug! Beautiful dog with a wonderful build for being a cream. I am thankful to have this male in my program. The true leader and patriarch of the pack, Perrin never fails to look out for his girls and the puppies that are born into this house. He loves babies so much and is the first to introduce them to playing gently with other dogs. We are currently working toward his AKC championship. This stud resides with Shelby.
Great health testing
Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Marty, dad
Dachshund
About Marty
Marty is a male Dachshund over 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shelby decided to make him part of their program. Shelby has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile
Trouble, mom
Dachshund
About Trouble
Shaded red female. Trouble is both a lover and a fighter. What I mean by that is she is the biggest snuggle-bug. She loves to just lay in your lap and be cuddled and pet, but she also has a spicy side to her that is hilarious to watch. She loves traveling and is our best hiking and walking companion. Always on the go if we let her. This female resides with Shelby.
Good health testing
Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile
Jade, mom
Dachshund
About Jade
Jade was affectionately called "the whale" when she was a baby because she was so pudgy and laid-back that all she did was "whale" around. She is so incredibly sweet and laid back. This dog wouldn't hurt a flea and I sincerely mean that. We are incredibly happy to co-own her with our co-breeder. Bred in my home but generally resides with them. This female resides with Melissa.
Good health testing
Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile
Lucy, mom
Dachshund
About Lucy
Black and tan female longhair that carries chocolate and tan. Lucy is a lovely girl who sometimes likes to have a full-on conversation with you. It's hilarious and she is full of character. Lucy is a big ambassador for the breed and my program. She exhibits a true loving and loyal Dachshund personality that I strive for but also has those true instincts of the breed to alert and be on the hunt when needed. I adore this girl so much and she will forever have a place in my home just because she is such a wonderful mother, puppy sitter, and companion. This female resides with Shelby.
Good health testing
Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 1 (PRA-crd1)
Debbie, mom
Dachshund
About Debbie
Black and Tan female with a licker she can't hold and more love to give than anyone deserves. She is a sweet, spunky, lively girl who meets no strangers. Not even the kitty! This female resides with Melissa.
Good health testing
Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile
Mona, mom
Dachshund
About Mona
Shaded red dapple smooth female that is a princess. She thinks the world revolves around her and she is probably right! She is really the sweetest girl though. This female resides with Melissa.
Good health testing
Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile
Taro, mom
Dachshund
About Taro
AKC Champion sable longhair female. She is spunky and fun, always keeping us on our toes. She has amazing instincts and a beautiful willingness to please her people. Now retired, Taro resides in a home with a past puppy buyer and her daughter Lily. She is such a good girl and we knew that she deserved the life of being a spoiled pet where she had little to no competition. We didn't take this decision lightly and it was really hard to consider placing her but at the end of the day, I must do what is right for these dogs and not always me. Taro was a true foundation for my pack and what I want for my program going forward.
Good health testing
Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy (PRA-crd), Standard Wirehaired Dachshund Type
Parent health testing
Dachshund
Great level
Aster Creek Dachshunds reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Dachshunds.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Sarcoglycan Deficient Muscular Dystrophy, Mucopolysaccharidosis IIIA (MPS IIIA), Dachshund Type, Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), Dachshund Type, Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Shelby to bring home their puppies.
Jacee M.
Dec. 2024
I had such a great experience with Shelby! She was very communicative and even sent me pictures of my little man throughout! He is absolutely perfect!
Samantha P.
Sept. 2024
We had an excellent experience with Shelby! From my first communication with her, I was pleased. She answered questions promptly, sent pictures and was willing to adjust pick-up for a time that worked...
Cassy S.
Sept. 2024
Shelby Watts was so kind and responsive! And was so knowledgeable about the breed. I have always wanted a dachshund. I was finally able to get one and I am so in love with her already. And my family...
Jason H.
July 2024
Great experience! Good communication and very accommodating on letting us come to meet Walter before pickup and on pickup date. Could tell that she truly is passionate about Dachshunds and we love our...
Kayleigh R.
June 2024
My experience was wonderful. Shelby was wonderful at keeping me in updates and pictures. I had never gotten a puppy from out of state before and she made the process very doable. I had a great...
Amanda W.
June 2024
It was apparent from the start that Shelly cares very much for the breed. The application process and communication was very clear and very friendly and very easy. She answered all of my questions and...
