I'm the breeder behind BellBottoms Dachshunds located in Rock Falls, IL. Our puppies are raised with love in our home, and we strive to help each one grow up with confidence so they are ready to thrive with their new families. They are affectionate, intelligent, and cute as can be!
Q. & A. with Ranae
Why did you start breeding?
I’ve had dachshunds in my life since 1974. I used to show horses and retired from doing that and I wanted to bred dachshunds to give other people the love I have for them.
What makes your program special?
My dachshunds are loved with all my heart, they all sleep with me, they are treated just like they are my kids. I will make sure my pups are going to a loving home.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include piebald, red, black, chocolate, chocolate and tan, black and tan, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Ranae
Ranae 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.
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 $1,300 - $1,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.
“The price includes CKC papers, dewormed, first round of shots at 8 wks old, also they will be microchip, Guaranteed health, pups will go home with a goody bag. My puppies are the same price regardless of sex, But if your wanting to use them in your breeding program the price does go up.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ranae 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 Ranae 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 Ranae directly.
BellBottoms 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
Parent health testing
BellBottoms 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.
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).