Donna's Mini Joys
- Preferred Breeder
- 86% response rate • Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Donna's Mini Joys located in Sarasota County, FL. I love being a breeder. It's so fulfilling to have the opportunity to see the positive effect that a beloved, furry companion can have on its family. I raise adorable, affectionate Dachshund puppies for loving homes, and I give them lots of love and attention while they are with me so that they will be ready to transition into their new lives. Please visit me on Facebook for current updates at Donna's Mini Joys. If you can't message me, you can find me, Donna Greene on there as well.
Donna’s experience
About Donna
My dogs are my passion, and I can't imagine spending life without them. I am dedicated to achieving excellence and healthy family pets, and I am always working to further my education so that I can continue to improve my breeding program as well as share my knowledge with others!
What makes Donna’s program special
Because my program is small, I am able to give each dog and puppy all of the attention and care that they need to develop and thrive. My dogs are my family, and I give that same love to each puppy as I prepare them to join their forever homes.
Getting a puppy from Donna
Donna 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 $1,900 - $2,200 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.
“First puppy shots and deworming. New home puppy bag...food, blanket, toys, micro chipped, first month of flea and heartworm prevention, vet health certificate. Deposit goes towards puppy price.”
Contract and health guarantee
Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
My puppies are raised and trained in my home. I put a lot of care into socializing my puppies so they can transition easily into their new lives with their forever families. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other dogs, Socialized in new places, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, Basic Manners, Initial House Training, Initial Crate Training, Various Surfaces, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with People, Socialized with Adult Dogs, and Socialized with Other Animals.
Puppy health practices
All of my puppies are given the proper care so that they are healthy when they leave for their forever homes.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, One month of flea and heartworm prevention, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Vaccinations, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Microchip, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, Breed Club Registration, and Blanket with Mom's Scent.
Bringing your puppy home
Donna offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Sarasota County, FL 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.
“ I can meet you at my local airport. Will consider other options in advance. For the safety of my puppies and adult dogs, I will meet at a designated location.”
More about Donna
Why Donna started breeding
Each of my dogs has brought so much happiness to me throughout their lives. I want to do my part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well, and to provide each of my puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives.
Donna is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Donna has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Donna’s program has one size
Donna’s Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Donna’s program has two coat types
Donna’s Dachshund puppies include longhaired and smooth coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
Donna’s links
Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Donna's Mini Joys 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 Donna's parent dogs
All breeds
Dachshund
Cash, dad
Dachshund
About Cash
Cash is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donna decided to make him part of their program. Donna has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Ryder, mom
Dachshund
About Ryder
Ryder is the sweetest. She has dapple and carries piebald
Tinker, mom
Dachshund
About Tinker
Tinker is a female Dachshund over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Springer, mom
Dachshund
About Springer
CKC, PRA clear
Chopper, dad
Dachshund
About Chopper
Chopper is a male Dachshund over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donna decided to make him part of their program. Donna has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Dachshund
Good level
Donna's Mini Joys 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.
Full Embark Panel, Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), DNA Coat/Trait Panel, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test
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 Donna to bring home their puppies.
Brandi S.
Sept. 2024
Donna was amazing to work to bring our furbabies home. We actually got two sisters from her and she was very responsive and kept us updated along with pictures and videos regularly. She sent them home...
Karen P.
Aug. 2024
I was so impressed with Donna and her care and love for her dogs and the breed. She was very responsive and sent me many photos and videos of my puppy prior to pick up. She answered any questions and...
Janitza F.
June 2024
Donna is an excellent breeder that takes good care of her puppies. Since the first text I had with Donna, she was helpful and answered all my questions. She sent me, once or twice a week photos and...
RDRhonda D.
Apr. 2024
Donna‘s Mini Joys was an awesome breeder to work with, we highly recommend her! Donna is extremely knowledgeable and it’s quite evident she cares well for her puppies and loves them until she has to...
Amy P.
Dec. 2022
Donna is an experienced, knowledgeable, caring breeder. Her pups are healthy, gorgeous and happy. I’m so in love with my mini!
