Once Upon a Puppy

Raised by Kiara R.

Certified Breeder of Dachshunds, Yorkshire Terriers, and Shorkies

  • Preferred Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Once Upon a Puppy located in Bradenton, FL. 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 commit ourselves towards preparing each of our pups to thrive in their new homes, and enjoy working with their new families so they can raise their pups confidently!

Puppies

NOEL

Reserved

Female • Went Home Jan. 14, 2023

Dachshund

Abigail

Reserved

Female • Went Home Sept. 18, 2022

Dachshund

Archer

Reserved

Male • Went Home Sept. 18, 2022

Dachshund

Phoebe

Reserved

Female • Went Home Sept. 18, 2022

Dachshund

Amelia

Reserved

Female • Went Home Sept. 18, 2022

Dachshund

Axel

Reserved

Male • Went Home Sept. 18, 2022

Dachshund

Arlo

Reserved

Male • Went Home Aug. 5, 2022

Dachshund

Ace

Reserved

Male • Went Home Aug. 5, 2022

Dachshund

Anabelle

Reserved

Female • Went Home Aug. 5, 2022

Dachshund

Girl 2

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 1, 2022

Yorkshire Terrier

Boy 1

Reserved

Male • Went Home Apr. 1, 2022

Yorkshire Terrier

Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 1, 2022

Yorkshire Terrier

Toby

Reserved

Male • Went Home Dec. 8, 2021

Shorkie

Bianca

Reserved

Female • Went Home Dec. 8, 2021

Shorkie

Diva

Reserved

Female • Went Home Dec. 8, 2021

Shorkie

Juju

Reserved

Male • Went Home Dec. 8, 2021

Shorkie

Getting a puppy from Kiara

Kiara 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 $1,000 - $2,000 and include a deposit of $100.

“The price of our puppies varies for each breed and their registration. We want our puppies to thrive and that takes a lot of labor and love . We put everything we can offer into preparing our puppies to be the best quality pet one could offer. If you place a deposit and decide to not bring home your puppy for whatever reason your deposit will be refunded AFTER puppy has found a new home (if puppy is not placed deposit will not be refundable) .We cannot place a time frame on when a puppy will be placed as we look for the best homes possible for our pups . With that being said , please make sure your are 100% sure your are ready to make a lifelong commitment to one of our puppies PRIOR to placing a deposit. This is not something to rush into , there will be more puppies available.”

Contract and health guarantee

Kiara 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 Kiara 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 Kiara directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

We try our best to prepare our puppies the best we can so adjusting to their new home goes smoothly. Our puppies are acclimated to different situations and sounds while they are here with us. This includes grooming, car rides , bath time , socializing with other dogs and crate training (make breeder aware you plan to crate train . We highly recommend playpens ) Our puppies are cared for my us and our extended family. Puppies come in contact with children , men , women and cats on a regular basis . I utilize the following enrichment methods: car riding , Noises , Strangers, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, and also have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies and help out with the puppies daily. I do not take them to public places to expose them to people as they are not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks. .

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Puppy health practices

Certified Good Dog breeders ensure their puppies are healthy and ready for their new homes. Puppies receive the appropriate vaccinations and are dewormed or have a clear fecal exam before they leave. While Once Upon a Puppy hasn’t shared details about their specific health practices yet, we encourage you to reach out to learn more about how they care for their puppies.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Vaccinations, Microchipped , Food Starter Bag, Puppy Starter Kit, Bone, Blanket with Mom's Scent, and Blanket with Littermates Scent.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in Bradenton, 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.

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 Kiara

  • Kiara is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

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

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

  • Kiara’s program has two sizes

    Kiara’s Dachshund puppies include standard and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.

  • Kiara’s links

Kiara is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Once Upon a Puppy 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 Kiara's parent dogs

All breeds

Yorkshire Terrier

Dachshund

Shih Tzu

Parent health testing

Dachshund

Yorkshire Terrier

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Once Upon a Puppy 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 4 (PRA-crd4)

    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).