Cross Bar

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Kelly F.

Breeder of Dachshunds

Meet the breeder

I'm Kelly F., the breeder behind Cross Bar located in Ottumwa, IA. We are a small family ranch that enjoys raising quality miniature dachshunds that are highly socialized in our home from day 1. The sweet, loyal, and playful disposition of our dogs inspired us to begin responsibly breeding to expand the breed and share them with others.

Q. & A. with Kelly

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I have had a love for the dogs since I was small. Aussies and mini dachshunds have always been a part of my life.. We love to provide family’s with the perfect dog to fit their life.

  • What makes your program special?

    I breed for temperament and quality. First and foremost I want amazing dispositions to make family pets. We only raise quality health tested dogs.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Getting a puppy from Kelly

Kelly 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $900 - $3,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes asdr registration , first round of Puppy vaccinations, deworming, puppy socialization and vet check prior to leaving.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kelly 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 Kelly 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 Kelly 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
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Ottumwa, IA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Des Moines Airport

Meet in Ottumwa, IA

More about Kelly

  • Kelly has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years

    Kelly was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Kelly is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Cross Bar 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 health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Cross Bar 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.

  • 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, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)

    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).