I'm Danielle W., the breeder behind Above Par Kennels located in Auxvasse, MO. Above Par Kennels is active in AKC and UKC confirmation with our dogs. We strive to produce a healthy puppy that is willing and eager to work as well as be a family companion. Before your puppy comes home, he/she will undergo daily socialization with children and other animals and will have made a few car trips as well, we take pride in our puppies, and it shows. All puppies will leave with a one year genetic health guarantee and spay and neuter contract unless approved for a show home.
Q. & A. with Danielle
Why did you start breeding?
I (Danielle) started quite young showing livestock from my parents farm. In high school I met my first dog handlers and it's been nothing but dogs since. We have had a few breeds over the years and found Miniature Dachshunds and Giant Schnauzers are our passion. While we have love for other breeds these are the best for our lives. We do not have any current plans in breeding Giant Schnauzers however we do enjoy showing and training them
What makes your program special?
I believe our breeding program is special for a few reasons but the main reason being our love for our dogs. You do not buy a puppy from us and then never hear from us again. We are here for the lifetime and beyond for our puppies and their families. We go above and beyond to help any way we can
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 wirehaired and smooth coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red, chocolate and tan, and black and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Sahl
Went home
Male
Thackary
Went home
Male
Emily
Went home
Female
Remco
Went home
Male
Dani
Went home
Female
Mary
Went home
Female
Dover
Went home
Male
Rory
Went home
Female
Jojo
Went home
Female
Brinley-Pends Evaluation
Reserved
Female
Brooks-ending Evaluation
Reserved
Male
Bella
Reserved
Female
CeeCee
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Sky
Went home
Female
Rubble
Went home
Male
Chase
Went home
Male
Peridot-Wirehair
Went home
Female
Opal
Went home
Female
Onyx
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Danielle
Danielle 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.
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 include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our prices include vaccines, limited registration, deworming and of course your socialized puppy. The only additional costs are shipping and for our Giant Schnauzers puppies the option of ear cropping. Our deposits are non refundable however can be transferred to a future litter if you so choose.”
Contract & health guarantee
Danielle 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 Danielle 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 Danielle directly.
Above Par Kennels 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
Danielle W.
Litter update on 18 Dec. •
Babies are getting so big! Not much longer and the will be on to new adventures
Cruise and Magic's litter
Danielle W.
Litter update on 04 Nov. •
Babies are here! We will be taking names for 2 more puppies.
Cruise and Magic's litter
Danielle W.
Litter update on 07 July •
We got our shots this week so we got to experience so restricted outdoor play time. We also got to experience some fire crackers and show off how confident we are.
Buddy and Lady's litter
Danielle W.
Litter update on 26 June •
Working more in the grooming table, each puppy’s nails are done on the table then we working on stacking them. While none available are looking specifically for show homes this helps build their confidence as well as prepare them for grooming with by their family or a groomer
Buddy and Lady's litter
Danielle W.
Litter update on 06 June •
Buddy and Lady's litter
Danielle W.
Program update on 07 May •
What a great weekend at the AKC show at Purina Farms. Hunus What Are You Waiting for was Select Dog and Downlows Big Deck Energy was BOB Friday and Sunday
Danielle W.
Program update on 16 Apr. •
Dream (left) and Gambler (right) had an amazing time with Grace Marie Photography
Danielle W.
Litter update on 04 Mar. •
Zorro and Dream's litter
Danielle W.
Litter update on 20 Feb. •
Who’s ready to add this sweet lady to their family? I know she is more than ready to find her forever home
Zorro and Dream's litter
Danielle W.
Program update on 16 Feb. •
Buddy earned his final 3 points to his grand under judge Ms Louise Palarik at the Cyclone Country Kennel Club of Ames in Des Moines Iowa so let me introduce you to, pending AKC approval
AKC GrCh Ukc GrCh Hunus What Are You Waiting For mw
(CH HUNU JUST A REBEL AT MISKA mw x GchG Hunu She’s A Bad Girl mw)
Parent dogs
Priscilla, mom
Dachshund
About Priscilla
Priscilla is a mid/high drive miniature dachshund who thrives as a hunter. She has a gorgeous wire coat with excellent texture. She is AKC pointed and CHIC certified
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +1 more.
Rocky, dad
Dachshund
About Rocky
Rocky is a male Dachshund about 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Danielle decided to make him part of their program. Danielle 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.
Magic, mom
Dachshund
About Magic
Magic is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Danielle decided to make her part of their program. Danielle 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +3 more.
Lady, mom
Dachshund
About Lady
Lady is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Danielle decided to make her part of their program. Danielle 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +1 more.
Cruise, dad
Dachshund
About Cruise
Grch Ch Hunu Bold Move is a AKC grand champion red wire male. He is embark clear and will be CHIC certified
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +1 more.
Buddy, dad
Dachshund
About Buddy
Buddy is a wonderful wire hair miniature dachshund. He is embark clear, Lafora clear, AKC Grand Champion, Ukc Grand Champion, UKC 2024 number 2 Dachshund
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Lafora Disease (LD), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Above Par Kennels 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.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
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 Certification (CAER, 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Danielle to bring home their puppies.
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Petra E.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
We LOVE our new puppy! He is playful, adventurous, sweet, cuddly, and super smart (learns very quickly!). I was worried about the snow storm last night since he is still so small, but he loves the snow! Danielle has done an excellent job with her puppies, she is very responsive, and was also extremely helpful when we had transport problems. I would not hesitate to recommend her!
Nataly P.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
+4
Everything went really wonderfully. Danielle picked a puppy for me with a persinality that matched what I was looking for in a dog. She then kept me up to date with him and how he was growing up. I really enjoyed seeing pictures and videos of him. When we finally went to pick him up it was a great experience, Danielle was very punctual. My puppy was clean and he had all his paperwork, medical report, his chip, everything he was supposed to have for a great start.