Band Of Doxies
Meet the breeder
I'm Crystal T., the breeder behind Band Of Doxies located in Carriere, MS. We are a family dedicated to raising healthy, happy, and well-socialized longhaired dachshunds. We take pride in preserving the breed’s beauty, temperament, and charm. Our pups are raised with love in a family setting, ensuring they’re ready to bring joy and companionship to their forever homes.
Q. & A. with Crystal
Why did you start breeding?
My husband's family has bred dogs for many generations.What makes your program special?
We are not a large breeding program. And do not intend to be a program much larger than we are now. We will only have as many pups as we can safely, successfully and cleanly raise in our family 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 piebald, cream, red, black and cream, 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.
Girl, AKC, shaded red piebald
Went homeFemale
Boy, AKC, black and cream
Went homeMale
Boy, AKC, shaded red piebald
Went homeMale
Boy, AKC, shaded red
Went homeMale
Boy, AKC, shaded red
Went homeMale
Boy, AKC, cream
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Crystal
Crystal 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
"The price includes AKC pet registration, deworming and first vaccines. All deposits are non-refundable."
Contract & health guarantee
Crystal 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 Crystal 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 Crystal directly.
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
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Crystal.
Breeder's location
Meet in Carriere, MS
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gulfport–Biloxi Airport
Meet in Jackson, MS
More about Crystal
Club memberships
Crystal is a member of American Kennel Club.
Crystal has been a member of Good Dog for 6 months
Crystal was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Crystal’s links
Crystal is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Band Of Doxies 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
Dolly, mom
Dachshund
About Dolly
Dolly is our loving and calm dame. She is smart and loves a good run. She loves sleeping in the bed with us and is very attached. She is a snuggler and loves blankets. All of our dogs are AKC registered and healthy.
Jax, dad
Dachshund
About Jax
Jax is our spunky, high energy, full of life sire. He is smart and loving. He gets along great with all of our other pets. He is well adjusted and sleeps independently. All of our dogs are AKC registered and healthy.
Cash, dad
Dachshund
About Cash
Cash is our protective but sometimes shy sire. He loves being outside in the sunshine. He gets along well with all of our other pets. All of our dogs are AKC registered and healthy.
June, mom
Dachshund
About June
June is our super sweet and squishy dame. She is so gentle and loving. She is our lap dog who loves a good belly run. She sleeps independently but loves to snuggle. All of our dogs are AKC registered and healthy.
Parent health testing
Band Of Doxies 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
