BenderDachs
Upcoming litters
Expected Dachshund litter
Due June 2022
Meet the breeder
I'm Elizabeth B., the breeder behind BenderDachs located in Hardin, MT. We raise our dogs with love, in our home. We practice Early Neurologic Stimulation exercises with the newborns, and provide puppies with life experiences so they will be better adjusted when transitioning to your home. We breed healthy, happy puppies that will bring you years of unconditional love.
Q. & A. with Elizabeth
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with the breed in 1999, when I met a friend's piebald dachshund named Rip. I had never been a dog person, but when I met Rip, I was hooked on the breed! I started studying the breed and made friends with breeders to have them mentor me. Our first litter was born April 1, 2002.What makes your program special?
We are high quality breeders in Montana. We do full genetic testing on our dogs, as well as checking our dog's hearts and patellas. We make breeding choices based on each dogs weakness and strengths in conformation & temperament. We study pedigrees and bloodlines, and choose quality and health when adding new dogs into our lines. We strive to produce happy healthy dachshunds for lucky families!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 smooth and longhaired coat varieties. 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 and tan, and black and cream. 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 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Elizabeth
Elizabeth 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Elizabeth partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
"Most "pet" puppies (no breeding or show rights) are $1,100-$1,300. They come with limited or no AKC papers. We will provide Full AKC to approved small breeders at Full AKC price of $1500-$1800. We only accept a Holding Fee once your application has been approved and you have selected the puppy you want. We provide updates and photos of your puppy to you weekly."
Contract & health guarantee
Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Elizabeth.
Breeder's location
Meet in Hardin, MT
4798 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Billings Logan Airport
4821 miles away
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Meet in Rapid City, SD
4752 miles away
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More about Elizabeth
Certifications & recognitions
American Kennel Club Canine College.
Elizabeth has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Elizabeth was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Elizabeth is a trusted Good Dog breeder
BenderDachs 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
Lola, mom
Dachshund
About Lola
Lola is a Black&Tan dapple that carries ceram and piebald. She is quiet, gentle, and mellow. She has had an Embark DNA panel done. She is a PRA carrier, and clear of other testable diseases. (Except CDDY. The dachshund breed is mostly fixed with this gene because they are a dwarf breed)
Edselle, mom
Dachshund
About Edselle
Edselle is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Elizabeth decided to make her part of their program. Elizabeth 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.
Hunter, dad
Dachshund
About Hunter
Hunter is exceptionally mellow and friendly to both dogs and people. He is a Black&Tan Longhair Piebald. He carries chocolate and cream. Optimal Selection tested (Before Wisdom panel took over, so the correct PRA is tested) He is clear of all tested diseases.
Parent health testing
Good level
BenderDachs 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.
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.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Full Embark 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).
