I'm Rachel E., the breeder behind Arrow Valley located in Spicer, MN. Our dogs are bred to have top qualities that all families want in their puppies, such as compassion, patience, and love! Our love for our dogs pushed us to begin breeding. We love to see the results of our efforts in the sweet, happy, and healthy puppies that we’re able to share with others.
Q. & A. with Rachel
Why did you start breeding?
It’s always been a passion. And I had a neighbor that guided me and counseled me every step of the way who had been breeding for 50 years.
What makes your program special?
My puppies are raised in our home and socialized with other animals, cats and kids.
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 longhaired 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 piebald, red, fawn (isabella) and tan, chocolate and tan, blue and cream, black and cream, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Chocolate and tan w heavy ticking
Reserved
Female
Blue and tan pie
Reserved
Male
Black and tan dapple
Reserved
Male
Black pie
Reserved
Male
Dapple long haired
Reserved
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1 long
Went home
Male
Boy 2 yellow
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3 green
Went home
Male
Boy 4 blue
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Dot
Went home
Male
Full white face
Went home
Male
Half white face
Went home
Male
Dapple girl
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Red pie
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Rachel
Rachel 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes a one year health guarantee. Dewormings and health records and a vet check. Parents are AKC registered papers for puppy are approved on special request. Deposits are taken after two weeks and will hold your puppy until the day they are ready to go to your home.”
Contract & health guarantee
Rachel 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 Rachel 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 Rachel directly.
Arrow Valley 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
Parent dogs
Hershey, mom
Dachshund
About Hershey
Hershey is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Angel, mom
Dachshund
About Angel
Angel is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Wilson, dad
Dachshund
About Wilson
Wilson is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel 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.
Larry, dad
Dachshund
About Larry
Larry is very gentle natured man. He is brindle colored. He has the sweetest personality. He weighs 9 pounds. His birthday is wrong. He was born September 23, 2020
Zelda, mom
Dachshund
About Zelda
Zelda is a blue dapple pie girl. She is akc and health tested.
Willow, mom
Dachshund
About Willow
Willow is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Harley, dad
Dachshund
About Harley
Harley is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel 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.
Penny, mom
Dachshund
About Penny
Penny is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Raven, mom
Dachshund
About Raven
Raven is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Luna, mom
Dachshund
About Luna
Luna is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Arrow Valley 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 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.
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 Rachel to bring home their puppies.
Meganne B.
Verified owner · June 2025
Rachel did great with communication regarding the puppies she had available and gave weekly updates/pictures of our pup! We love our new puppy! She is so sweet and lovable. She makes a great addition to our family.