DeSplinter Dachshunds

Raised by Carolyn D.

Certified Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind DeSplinter Dachshunds located in Atkinson, IL. The goal of my breeding program is to produce healthy, well-tempered dogs that make excellent pets. I love my pups and you will too! It is important to me not only that I preserve my own phenomenal bloodlines, but that I am improving this breed with each litter and ensuring the well-being of these dogs for generations more to come!

Puppies

Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 29, 2021

Dachshund

Boy 1

Reserved

Male • Went Home Oct. 29, 2021

Dachshund

Getting a puppy from Carolyn

Carolyn 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 $250.

“The price includes AKC Registration, 1st set of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy pack. All puppies are the same price regardless of the color or pattern.”

Contract and health guarantee

Carolyn 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 Carolyn 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 Carolyn directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are raised in my home. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Bathing, grooming and nail trimming., Select friends and family, household pets, television, radio, appliances, scenarios in home for confidence building. , Noises , Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Car Rides, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Touch Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, We take your puppy in our vehicle(s) different places to begin socialization and reduce fear, "No" Biting or Chewing, Puppy pads , Basic Manners, Potty Training, Early socialization, Socialization with Other Dogs, Kennel training, Puppy Pad Potty Training, Potty training in good weather., Potty pads,, Name recognition , and Potty Training.

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Puppy health practices

All puppies are vaccinated, wormed, and seen by the Vet for Health Screening at 6 weeks. They are dewormed at 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks old. The pups dew claws are removed by the Vet at 3 days old.

Extras

We send our puppies home with AKC Registration, Vaccinations, Bone, Soft Carrier Bag, Food Starter Bag, Blanket with Mom's Scent, and Blanket with Littermates Scent.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in Atkinson, IL 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 transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.

More about Carolyn

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

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

  • Carolyn’s program has one size

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

  • Carolyn’s program includes two colors

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

  • Carolyn’s links

Carolyn is a trusted Good Dog breeder

DeSplinter 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 Carolyn's parent dogs

All breeds

Dachshund

Parent health testing

Dachshund

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

DeSplinter 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 1 (PRA-crd1), Optimal Selection Canine Genetic Breeding Analysis

    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).