I'm the breeder behind Benji’s Babies located in Gravois Mills, MO. Our love for dachshunds inspired us to begin breeding them. We love to see the results of our efforts in the happy and healthy puppies that we’re able to share with others. Although very small, Benji's Babies has been noted as one of the top dachshund breeders in Missouri for the past 16 years.
Q. & A. with Angie
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with the dachshund breed after having many different breeds of dogs over the years and decided that I would love to be involved in helping others to experience the love and companionship that a dachshund can provide. My goal is to raise healthy, well socialized puppies that make perfect companions. My focus is on health and disease prevention along with beauty and temperament.
What makes your program special?
My puppies are raised in a clean environment with attention to health and disease prevention. My puppies also receive daily socialization. Puppies may be picked up at my home near Laurie, MO in the Lake of the Ozarks area or at my home in Excelsior Springs, MO near Kansas City, MO. I can also meet at the Springfield Branson International Airport for an additional $200 transportation charge.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include miniature and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include smooth and longhaired coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include piebald, cream, red, black, chocolate, fawn, chocolate and tan, chocolate and cream, black and tan, black and cream, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Cocoa
Went home
Male
Nickel
Went home
Male
Vanna
Went home
Female
Isabella
Went home
Female
Godiva
Went home
Female
Snickers
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Angie
Angie 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 $1,500 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.
“Price includes deworming and vaccinations, microchip, health record, health guarantee, food sample, and registration. A $300 non-refundable deposit will hold a puppy with the remaining amount due at pick up of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Angie 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 Angie 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 Angie directly.
Benji’s Babies 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 dogs
Nugget, mom
Dachshund
About Nugget
Nugget is a very sweet, calm, and eager to please dog. She loves attention and is a great companion.
Chip, dad
Dachshund
About Chip
Chip is a sweet, obedient, dog that loves affection. He is a talker and often squeaks when he is anxious or is trying to tell you something.
Sterling, mom
Dachshund
About Sterling
Sterling is a smooth coat black and tan dapple. She is adventurous and loves to play ball. She will fetch as long as you are willing to throw the ball.
Izzy, mom
Dachshund
About Izzy
Izzy is a sweet, gentle, affectionate, and obedient dog.
Scooby, dad
Dachshund
About Scooby
Scooby is a sweet, calm, affectionate, and quiet companion who is very eager to please.
Skye, mom
Dachshund
About Skye
Skye is a quiet, calm, laid back, sweet girl. She is a shaded red dapple with beautiful blue eyes.
Scooby, dad
Dachshund
About Scooby
Scooby is a quiet, calm, gentle boy who loves to cuddle. He is very sweet and obedient. Scooby is a smooth coat chocolate and tan piebald with ticking.
Callie, mom
Dachshund
About Callie
Callie is a long haired black and tan piebald mini who loves attention and is very friendly.
Oreo, mom
Dachshund
About Oreo
Oreo is a smooth coat black piebald. She is friendly, affectionate, and loves pork twists.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Angie to bring home their puppies.
Chelsea M.
Verified owner · June 2025
Angie was amazing and so easy to contact. Pick up was smooth and easy too. All paperwork was nicely organized and included a welcome guide. We named our puppy Eli and she is a wonderful addition to our family. She cuddly and playful. She makes a great addition to our family!
Lillian L.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
Angie was so responsive and knowledgeable about my new puppy!! She answered all my questions very quickly and was so kind! She sent me so many documents and provided me with so much information about the breed, etc.