I'm Lauren D., the breeder behind Camellia Creek Dachshunds located in Mc Calla, AL. We are a small, in-home, Mini-Dachshund breeding program located in Alabama. We have been Dachshund lovers for many years and have set out to preserve and protect the historic breed that we love so much! We pride ourselves on the love and care our babies receive on our 3-acre farm!
Q. & A. with Lauren
Why did you start breeding?
I have been around dog breeding my entire life as I come from a multi-generational breeding family. My inspiration for breeding was my very first Dachshund, Wally. He was the love of my life and all the encouragement I needed to improve the Dachshund breed. You can read more about Wally on the 'About Us' page on my website.
What makes your program special?
We specialize in puppy socialization. All of our puppies begin a training program before leaving or home. You can be sure your puppy will have the best personality as they transition from our family to yours! All of our dogs are AKC registered and are genetically health screened to ensure a healthy puppies!
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 colors in your program?
Our puppies include cream and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Lauren
Lauren 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $650 - $1,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC 'pet' registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization for your new family member.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lauren 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 Lauren 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 Lauren directly.
Camellia Creek 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
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Camellia Creek Dachshunds 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.
Brucellosis
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.
UC Davis DNA Profile (for FDSB Registration), DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Optimal Selection Canine Genetic Breeding Analysis, Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases)
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).