Above Par Kennels

Danielle W.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Auxvasse, MO
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Wicked
Magic

Expected Dachshund litter

Due July 2026

Ready Sept. 28
Buddy
Tiffany

Expected Dachshund litter

Due Aug. 2026

Ready Nov. 4
Rocky
Lady

Expected Dachshund litter

Due Aug. 2026

Ready Nov. 6

Meet the breeder

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.

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, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

Danielle partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 9 weeks old.

“All puppies are matched with their potential family based on personality and conformation. Show homes will take priority when applicable ”

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.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Danielle.

Breeder's location

Meet in Auxvasse, MO

Other pick-up locations

Meet in Kingdom City, MO

More about Danielle

  • Club memberships

    Danielle is a member of Columbia Missouri Kennel Club and Giant Schnauzer Club of America.

  • Danielle has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Danielle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Danielle’s links

Danielle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

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

Parent dogs

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.

  • PE

    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.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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