Ballad of Dachshunds

Michele B.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Lake City, FL
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Michele B., the breeder behind Ballad of Dachshunds located in Lake City, FL. We are committed to always responsibly breeding with the best interest of our puppies’ health and longevity at the forefront. The health, conformation, and temperament of our dogs are our main priority. We’re confident in the pups we raise and pick their forever families with careful attention.

Q. & A. with Michele

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My husband introduced me to the breed (dachshunds) and I fell in love, I did a lot of research on dachshunds and decided with the proper genetics I could contribute to the betterment of the breed.

  • What makes your program special?

    when a person buys one of my puppies, there is confidence in knowing they are healthy, loved, desensitized to everyday household activity and nurtured till the day they go to fur ever home.

  • 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 have longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include cream, red, chocolate, black and tan, and dapple. 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 Michele

Michele 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes the 1 yr health guarentee, first shots, dewormed, registration paperwork and vet health certifcate. The puppies prices range between 1200.00-1800.00 depending on color, markings and pattern.”

Contract & health guarantee

Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele 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
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Lake City, FL

678 miles away

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More about Michele

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

    Michele was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Michele’s links

Michele is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Ballad of 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Michele to bring home their puppies.

  • sommer w.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

      • +5

    Michelle was wonderful to work with! She was very responsive, pateint with all our questions. She sent us videos and pictures of Bentley and kept up with us through the whole process. When we picked up our pup she had everything ready for us in a folder and even sent us home with his blanket, food and treats! We are so in love with this little guy and he completes our family! I would highly reccomend using Michelle for any Doxie pups !

    Robert B.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    We've adopted two puppies now from Michele and both times were as simple and pain free as possible. The 1st was a year and a half ago and the 2nd was just today. She loves her dogs and it really shows!

    KG

    Kiara G.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    I am genuinely so happy to be writing this review. From start to finish, the process was so easy and seamless for my husband and I. We were looking for a little one to almost complete our family and be our current pups bestfriend. Speaking to Michele was very easy and she always responded in a timely fashion. She explained the process and told us what to expect. She was very communicative for the 7 weeks, from when we initially reached out and all the way to the day we arrived for pick up. We received a file of paperwork for our beautiful boy. Even a packet summary of the history of dachshunds! She recommended a great insurance and also gave us a copy of the contract. But what my husband and I thought was the sweetest, was the fact that she put together a little gift bag/care package to take home. It had a small bag of food, treats, a little toy, small pack of pee pads for the trip back home and pet blanket. She sat with us and went over lots of details and answered any questions we had. She was also so kind enough to gift us some farm fresh eggs!! Then we were off with our puppy. He's the sweetest, softest boy and the perfect addition. He's a dapple and his colors are to die for. We feel so lucky to have had such an amazing experience with Michele and will definitely come back when we're ready for another as well as recommend anyone to not hesitate to work with her!!!

  • Alexis B.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    Michele was wonderful to work with!! She always responded quickly and answered all of my questions! Our baby Boone was very well taken care of before he joined our family! He is an amazing puppy and has been doing a great job understanding commands and getting used to a schedule!! If you’re looking for a puppy for your family I would definitely recommend working with Michele!!

    Nancy L.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    We've had Cooper for about two weeks now and have fallen in love with him head over heels. Michelle was very easy to work with.. she always responded to my emails and sent me weekly videos and photos of Cooper while we waited for him to be weaned from his momma. She sent a little goody bag home with him and a little extra food for him until we could buy a bag. I am always weary of sending money to strangers but I can recommend her with confidence.

    Karina F.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    My story is as follows- I came across another puppy and Michele was very helpful in providing Bella’s availability. I couldn’t get her right away but knew she was the one. Loved the parents and Michele was very supportive throughout the process. Michele provided all the information I needed to make my selection once I was ready to get Bella. She sent pictures of the puppies often and the whole process of getting Bella was legitimate and easy going. Her puppies are healthy and well taken care of. Bella is such a sweet and well behaved girl. Thank you Michele for making this process happen without a hassle. Thank you for the welcoming support throughout. I will love to stay in contact with you, you are truly a nice lady and an excellent dog breeder.

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