Desert Doxies
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristy L., the breeder behind Desert Doxies located in Fallon, NV. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and are handled from the beginning. We believe in early socialization. They are raised in our home and around our family creating a loving foundation that travels from our home to yours.
Q. & A. with Kristy
Why did you start breeding?
I got my first dachshund as a child in the 1980’s. My second came in 2004, and I completely fell in love with the breed. Since then, We have been focused on raising well-bred, healthy, happy, and loving companions. Puppies are raised and handled daily in our home where they are well loved and prepared to go to their new forever 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 piebald, red, chocolate, brindle, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kristy
Kristy 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,900 - $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes guarantee, first round of vaccines, deworming, AKC paperwork, and socialization.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristy 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 Kristy 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 Kristy 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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Fallon, NV
5475 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Reno/Tahoe Airport
5500 miles away
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Meet in Winnemucca, NV
5358 miles away
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More about Kristy
Kristy has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Kristy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Kristy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Desert 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
Parent dogs
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Tilly (Toot Toot), mom
Dachshund
About Tilly (Toot Toot)
Tilly (Toot Toot) is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristy decided to make her part of their program. Kristy 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.
Parent health testing
Desert 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.
Brucellosis, Vet Wellness Exam
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.
