Desert Dreams Ranch

Christine H.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Joshua Tree, CA ·
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Upcoming litters

Oscar
Lacey

Expected Dachshund litter

Due Aug. 2026

Ready Oct. 19
Colt
Precious

Expected Dachshund litter

Due Aug. 2026

Ready Oct. 22
Oscar
Trixie

Expected Dachshund litter

Due Aug. 2026

Ready Nov. 8

Meet the breeder

I'm Christine H., the breeder behind Desert Dreams Ranch located in Joshua Tree, CA. We offer a 2 year genetic health guarantee! All puppy pictures are updated weekly! Can also share videos! We have amazing references and many reviews. Check out our gorgeous available babies..We are located in beautiful southern California. Our precious pups are home-raised. We put a lot of care into socializing them so they can transition easily into their new lives. Our dogs are our passion, and we enjoy spreading the love of Dachshunds with other individuals and families by responsibly breeding our incredible dogs. We have over 19 years breeding miniature dachshunds. Over 25 years raising dogs. I was a veterinary technician for 18 years and use my knowledge to take the best care of my dogs. I work closely with my veterinarian to ensure all my dogs are in the best health before breeding and the puppies we have are healthy and will bring joy and love to their new families. Puppies come with everything to start their new life. We offer weekly picture updates and videos, home pick up, ground and air transport and if possible self delivery of your baby. We have many references and photos of past babies.

Q. & A. with Christine

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Love of genetics and the vibrant love of dachshunds! My fiance Paul had a dachshund named Tader...she was the best little cuddler.

  • What makes your program special?

    All our dogs are part of the family and are raised in 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 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 cream, red, wild boar, black, fawn (isabella) and cream, chocolate and tan, chocolate and cream, blue and tan, blue and cream, black and tan, and black and cream. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Christine

Christine has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Christine partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We start taking reservations at 2 weeks of age”

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit and between $2,200 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our price includes ability to register with AKC or CKC registration full or limited, 2 vaccines, all dewormings appropriate for age, puppy starter kit that includes vet exam certification and vaccine records. Puppies will be litterbox trained and well socialized. Send home with 30 days of pet insurance through Trupanion. 2 year genetic health guarantee..lifetime breeder support and discount for military and multiple puppies. Non-refundable but able to be applied to a later breeding/puppy in the future depending on the situation. Refundable only in California.”

Contract & health guarantee

Christine 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 Christine 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 Christine directly.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Christine.

Breeder's location

Meet in Joshua Tree, CA

5717 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Palm Springs Airport

5741 miles away

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Meet in Las Vegas, NV

5563 miles away

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More about Christine

  • Christine has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Christine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Christine’s links

Christine is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Desert Dreams Ranch 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Desert Dreams Ranch 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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA)

    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 Christine to bring home their puppies.

  • Sara C.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    I cannot recommend Christine enough! From the very beginning, her communication was fantastic, and it was so clear just how much she loves her dogs and is truly passionate about what she does. You can tell she puts a lot of care, time, and heart into raising her puppies. When my miniature dachshund puppy, Frida Bug, came home, the transition was shockingly easy. Christina had already started her on a litter box using animal pebbles, which made training and the adjustment period seamless right from day one. Frida Bug bug is an absolute doll—she is healthy, incredibly cuddle bug and ridiculously cute. If you are looking for a dedicated, caring, and ethical breeder who sets her puppies up for success, Christine is the absolute best

    alexa m.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    I had to go pick up Biggie and it was so nice to see the set up and how well taken care of he and Christine’s other dachshund were! He’s already doing so well in his new home!

    Sharla S.

    Verified owner · May 2026

    We had a wonderful experience with Desert Dreams Ranch and breeder Christine. From the very beginning, Christine was kind, knowledgeable, responsive, and clearly passionate about her dogs. She took the time to answer all of our questions, send updated pictures, and made the entire process feel comfortable and exciting instead of stressful. Our puppy is healthy, happy, beautiful, and has an amazing temperament. It’s obvious that the puppies are raised with love, care, and attention from day one. Christine kept us updated throughout the process and made sure our puppy was well socialized and ready for the transition to our home. We are so grateful to Desert Dreams Ranch for helping us find the perfect new family member. We highly recommend Christine to anyone looking for a quality dachshund breeder and a genuinely positive experience.

  • Thomas M.

    Verified owner · July 2026

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    We couldn’t be happier with our experience! From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive and took the time to answer every question we had throughout the entire process. One thing we especially appreciated was the regular photo updates. Watching Farley grow from a tiny puppy until the day we brought him home made the wait so much more exciting and helped us feel connected every step of the way. Her knowledge of Miniature Dachshunds was outstanding. She shared valuable advice on raising a puppy, what to expect, and how to set him up for success—not just for the first few weeks, but for the years ahead. As first-time Dachshund owners, that guidance gave us a lot of confidence. Pickup day was smooth, organized, and stress-free. She even sent us home with a thoughtful basket filled with toys and other essentials to help Farley transition into his new home, which meant a lot to us. Most importantly, Farley has exceeded every expectation. He has an amazing temperament, is incredibly smart, affectionate, and loving, and came litter box trained—which has been a huge help during the puppy stage. It’s obvious he received exceptional care and socialization before coming home with us. We would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a well-bred, healthy, and happy puppy. If we’re ever ready to add another Dachshund to our family, she will be our first call. Thank you for giving us such an incredible companion!

    Melanie H.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    Christine was great to work with. She willingly met me in the middle of the night, a day earlier than planned, all just to keep an adorable pup a surprise from my hubby! Our sweet Charlie girl has been a wonderful addition to our family.

    Valerie G.

    Verified owner · May 2026

    Christine was absolutely wonderful. You can immediately tell her dogs are genuinely loved, well cared for, and raised with so much attention. The entire experience was seamless, and she was so kind throughout. Our puppy came home with a thoughtful goody bag and a month of insurance, which was such a nice bonus. Most importantly, he is healthy, happy, and honestly the goodest boy. We’re completely obsessed and couldn’t be happier

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.