Delta Dachshunds

Imelda

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Oakley, CA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Imelda, the breeder behind Delta Dachshunds located in Oakley, CA. We're a small AKC breeding program dedicated to raising happy, healthy Dachshund puppies. We prioritize their well-being, socialization, and finding their perfect forever homes. Follow us on IG delta_dachshunds for puppy updates, snuggles, and a peek into our adventures!

Q. & A. with Imelda

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Our first four doxies were from shelters, rescue, or from client breeders from the Veterinary office where I worked. We have owned Dachshunds since 2000 but it wasn’t until 2022 that we decided we loved them so much we wanted to start raising them and participating in AKC conformation shows and performance sports such as FastCAT, nose work and Barn Hunting! Additionally, we rescued two more senior Doxies during the pandemic.

  • 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, chocolate and cream, 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.

Getting a puppy from Imelda

Imelda 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $3,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“AKC pre-registered (limited) pet only, vet exam, age-appropriate vaccines, and worming, microchip & puppy gift bag full of goodies. $500 Non-refundable deposit to hold, which will come off the price of the puppy. Price includes a non-refundable $500 deposit fee to hold/reserve a puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Imelda 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 Imelda 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 Imelda 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
      • Scent introduction
      • 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Oakley, CA

2369 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Stockton Metropolitan Airport

2346 miles away

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More about Imelda

  • Club memberships

    Imelda is a member of Golden Gate Dachshund Club, East Bay Dachshund Club, and Northern California Dachshund Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

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

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

  • Imelda’s links

Imelda is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Delta 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 dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Delta 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.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, 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 (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.

  • 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, DNA Profile

    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 Imelda to bring home their puppies.

  • Maria V.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    Imelda was amazing! From the get go Imelda called me and answered all my questions about Jasper. I loved how the health information of mom and dad was extensive and clear. Mom and dad are also show dogs! So you know she really takes care of her doggies. It shows that she loves her doggies because when I was on my first initial call with her she answered all my question and she asked me questions as well to make sure that Jasper was going to a good home. She gave me updates every week with pictures and videos on how Jasper was doing. She also communicated some advice to make the transition to Jasper coming home smoother. During pick up Imelda was kind enough to bring us a goodie bag filled with toys, treats, and information about what to expect. When I finally got Jasper, he was well potty trained and crate trained! The first night was easier than expected because Imelda already introduced crate training to Jasper! Imelda was amazing to work with, and when Jasper needs a sibling I know where to go to! Thank you Imelda!

    Tommy O.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    We were on a search for an addition to our family and we came across Delta Dachshunds. The upmost professional process we encountered. Imelda made sure we were taken care of with Jude and our smooth transition process. We appreciate the responsiveness and informational guide that was provided. Thank you so much Delta Dachshunds “Imelda” for completing our family!

    DALLAS M.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2024

    Imelda was very kinda, responsive and informative. You can tell she really cares about the quality of her puppies. One of the big reasons we went with Delta Dachshunds, was because of how thorough she was with the health of the parents and her puppies. There were plenty of options to find a puppy locally, since we live in Southern California. We didn’t want convience, we wanted a healthy and happy puppy. We were willing to travel to get the best possible representation of Dachshund we could find. That is how we came across Delta Dachshunds because of the health checks she does and so happy we went with her. Imelda even met us at the airport half way or actually a little less than half way for us which was great and appreciated the accommodations. This was our first time purchasing a puppy on gooddog.com and our initial concern of making payments online to someone we never met, were washed away. The good dog payment guarantee is great and comforting and it was overall an awesome experience. We love our new puppy Darla and might even have to come back to Imelda for another puppy in the future. Thank you!

  • Melanie R.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    Am SO thankful to have discovered GoodDog, which led me to Imelda. What a gem!! She kept me current with pics, and answer any questions I had. We have & will keep in touch, and I plan to send her plenty of pictures!

    Diane N.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Imelda was wonderful, with her whole heart in it! Our pup came to us well acclimated to sights, sounds, stimulation, dog friendly, and adjusted to our crate training fairly easy. Now we try to keep it up as we are entering 3-months. So thankful for how well prepared she made him! Maybe it’s just us, but he’s smarter than our last doxie ;) and oh so handsome. Thanks to Delta Dachshunds!

    Kahlan V.

    Verified owner · May 2024

    Imelda was so thorough. So much attention to detail on development of the pups to turf training, socializing, and using Honey’s name since birth so she would learn her name sooner. I am blown away by the care and love that she puts into breeding her pups and the communication throughout the whole process. Weekly update pictures and personality updates too! We love Honey SO much and she is such a beautiful Dachsund… when we get more we are going straight back to her! She is so smart and clearly very well bred - she’s PERFECT. the website is glitching so I can’t upload photos but I recommend Imelda to every person who asks about my pup!!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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