K&L Dachshunds
- 3 club memberships
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind K&L Dachshunds located in Covington, KY. We are huge animal lovers and have a special place in our hearts for our dogs. We want to provide top-quality beloved companions. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Loretta’s experience
Loretta is a member of 3 clubs
Louisville Dachshund club , National miniature dachshund club, Northern Kentucky kennel club
Puppies
Socks
10 months old • Male
Dachshund
Frankie
10 months old • Male
Dachshund
Sweet pea
2 years old • Female
Dachshund
Abby
2 years old • Female
Dachshund
Jasper
2 years old • Male
Dachshund
Winnie
2 years old • Female
Dachshund
Jake
2 years old • Male
Dachshund
Liam
2 years old • Male
Dachshund
Rosebud
2 years old • Female
Dachshund
Heidi
2 years old • Female
Dachshund
Penelope
2 years old • Female
Dachshund
Getting a puppy from Loretta
Loretta 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 $700 - $1,500 and include a deposit of $300.
“Price includes 2 sets of vaccinations worming and microchip also clean bill of health from our veterinarian some litters will be AKC registered AKC registration will be given to the buyer when proof of documentation that puppy has been spayed or neutered after year of age AKC form will be mailed to buyer. puppy blanket starter food and the puppies toy included additional fee will be added if health certificate is needed for traveling purposes. Deposit is required to hold your puppy of choice, which shows that the buyers are committed. Only refundable for emergency circumstances. Or if puppy passes away during breeders care. A contract between breeder and buyer will be provided before deposit is made.”
Contract and health guarantee
Loretta 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 Loretta 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 Loretta directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Our puppies are socialized with other dogs and are around children of various ages. Puppies also begin crate and potty training while in our care. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, Potty training, crate training, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Scents, Strangers, Toys, e.g. Ball, Socialized with Elderly, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, and Socialized with Children.
Puppy health practices
All puppies are wormed vaccinated and cleared by vet before going to their new homes.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Registration, Food & treats, Toys, Vet records, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Microchip, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, Blanket with Littermates Scent, and Vaccinations.
Bringing your puppy home
Loretta offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Covington, KY 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.
“Buyers responsible for flight nanny, can meet buyer at a public location within 1 hours of breeders residence. ”
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 Loretta
Loretta has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Loretta was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Loretta’s program has one size
Loretta’s Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Loretta’s program includes four colors
Loretta’s Dachshund puppies include piebald, red, chocolate and tan, and black and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Loretta’s program has two coat types
Loretta’s Dachshund puppies include smooth and longhaired coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
Loretta is a trusted Good Dog breeder
K&L 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 Loretta's parent dogs
All breeds
Dachshund
Penny, mom
Dachshund
About Penny
Penny has a calm cool and collective personality she loves to be with her person and is a very obedient girl she has participated in AKC Field Trials Junior showmanship barn hunt and earthdog she is a miniature long hair chocolate tan piebald.
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Full Embark Panel, +2 more
Kassie, mom
Dachshund
About Kassie
Kassie is a very bubbly dog she loves her family and is a people pleaser she loves children and gets along well with other dogs. Kassie is currently participating in AKC events Junior showmanship and field trials.
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Full Embark Panel, +2 more
Vegas, mom
Dachshund
About Vegas
Vegas is a blue and tan pie bald she is a very loving puppy and just loves to cuddle with you all day she currently runs in barn hunt
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel
Parent health testing
Dachshund
Great level
K&L 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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel
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 Loretta to bring home their puppies.
- WF
William F.
Dec. 2022
Liam relaxing with Lacey and his Mom. He is having a great time with his new sister. He's been to the vet and got shots and checked out. They fell in love with him.
Cheryl R.
Dec. 2022
K&L is awesome. Such great communication throughout the process. Our vet was very impressed with both the paperwork provided and how very well socially the dog behaved. Little Jasper (now named...