Darling and Adored Kennels

Raised by Bethany C.

Certified Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Darling and Adored Kennels located in Florida. We're responsible, home-based breeders of AKC miniature dachshund Our dogs are hand-raised and part of the family. We focus on the proper development of all our puppies because we know that each one is unique and deserving of undivided love and attention. We take pride in the time and dedication we give to every litter. It is so fulfilling to have the opportunity to create companionship for other loving homes!

Puppies

Girl 4

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 26, 2022

Goldendoodle

Boy 1

Reserved

Male • Went Home Oct. 26, 2022

Goldendoodle

Girl 2

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 26, 2022

Goldendoodle

Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 26, 2022

Goldendoodle

Girl 5

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 26, 2022

Goldendoodle

Girl 3

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 26, 2022

Goldendoodle

Girl 6

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 26, 2022

Goldendoodle

Boy 2

Reserved

Male • Went Home Oct. 26, 2022

Goldendoodle

Boy 2

Reserved

Male • Went Home Oct. 26, 2021

Goldendoodle

Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 26, 2021

Goldendoodle

Boy 1

Reserved

Male • Went Home Oct. 26, 2021

Goldendoodle

Getting a puppy from Bethany

Bethany 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 $1,500 - $2,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.

“The price includes age-appropriate vaccines, a health guarantee, deworming, and lifetime support from us! We require a non-refundable deposit of $300.00 to ensure your obligation, reserve a puppy from the upcoming litter, and defray the initial cost of care. We break our deposit up into two payments. $100.00 is to be put on our waitlist then $200 is due once you pick your puppy. However, if you enter into the buying process when puppy picks are being done and you are not on a waitlist you are required to pay the full $300.00 Payment must be received with a signed copy of our contract.”

Contract and health guarantee

Bethany 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 Bethany 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 Bethany directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Certified Good Dog Breeders put a lot of care into raising well-rounded puppies, often focusing on early training and socialization with children and other animals. While Darling and Adored Kennels hasn’t shared details here about their specific practices yet, we encourage you to reach out to learn more about how they prepare their puppies to go home.

Puppy health practices

All puppies are vaccinated and taken to the vet for a health certificate before going home.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Microchipped , Vaccinations, Puppy Starter Kit, Microchip, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, and Blanket with Littermates Scent.

Bringing your puppy home

Bethany offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Florida 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 Bethany

  • Bethany has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Bethany was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Bethany’s program has one size

    Bethany’s Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.

  • Bethany’s program includes two colors

    Bethany’s Dachshund puppies include cream and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Bethany’s program has one coat type

    Bethany’s Dachshund puppies have longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

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Bethany is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Darling and Adored Kennels 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 Bethany's parent dogs

All breeds

Dachshund

Goldendoodle

Parent health testing

Dachshund

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Darling and Adored Kennels 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.

  • Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • 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.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Sebaceous Adenitis (SA)

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)

    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).

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