I'm Carmen M., the breeder behind Bourbon Barrel Ridge Doxies located in Parkersburg, WV. Our passion is to bring healthy and happy companions to people's lives who love the character and personality of this awesome breed. Our dogs are Our Family! We have an unwavering commitment to our customers and our puppies. Achieving a good match is our goal.
Q. & A. with Carmen
Why did you start breeding?
My doxies were adopted to be part of our family. It wasn't until the pandemic that I realized the need and value to some of having a furry companion due to the isolation.
What makes your program special?
We do not have a large amount of breeding dogs that we rehome at retirement age. Our dogs will stay with us and live out their years in their comfortable and familiar homes. This gives each and every dog/puppy individual and personal attention and care. My care team is my family of 5, who live here on our farm.
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 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.
Yellow Boy 'Frankie'
Went home
Male
Pink Boy 'Angus'
Went home
Male
Green Boy 'Lucky'
Went home
Male
Purple Girl
Went home
Female
Lt. Green Girl
Went home
Female
Blue Girl 'Lucy'
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Carmen
Carmen 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
Connect with Carmen to learn more details about pricing.
“Contact me for final price. The Price Includes Initial Vet Health Guarantee, AKC Pet Only Registration, 1st Vaccinations, de-worming, Socialization and 1st steps in potty training, bag of goodies. Your non-refundable deposit puts the puppy on hold and removes him/her of availability from our sites. This deposit is deducted from your total price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Carmen 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 Carmen 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 Carmen directly.
Bourbon Barrel Ridge 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
Litter and program updates
Carmen M.
Litter update on 03 Oct. •
7 weeks old/1st day Outside/1st Vet Appt.
Remington and Hennessy's litter
Parent dogs
Hennessy, mom
Dachshund
About Hennessy
Hennessy, aka Henna, is a very attentive, alert, smart, and active athlete. She is a fast runner and loves her walks outside. She is AKC registered with Champion in her pedigree.
Remington, dad
Dachshund
About Remington
Remington, aka Remy, is a soft-hearted, very mild tempered, loyal dog. He loves attention and to play fetch and romp with Henna. Remy has an AKC pedigree.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Bourbon Barrel Ridge 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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
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 Carmen to bring home their puppies.
Rick N.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
The pups are doing well… yes I said pups we got two, guess you could say we are a gluten for punishment. We find ourselves getting more and more adapted to our additions. They are learning their territory and now beginning to be lead on a leash. Future news as we develop.