Desert Rose
- California
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Italian Greyhound litter
Due Jan. 2026
Ready Mar. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Gail M., the breeder behind Desert Rose located in California. I am breeding quality, health tested Miniature Longhaired Dachshunds and Italian Greyhounds for show and family. I carefully choose the sire and dam in order to produce the best quality possible. I do everything I can to ensure the puppies have everything they need to develop into healthy and happy dogs.
Q. & A. with Gail
Why did you start breeding?
I started in the 1970s with Shetland Sheepdogs. I love showing and the study/application of genetics.What makes your program special?
I am combining the finest bloodlines from the USA and Europe to produce quality Dachshunds. All breeding animals are fully health screened via DNA and OFA recommended tests for the breed.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Dachshund puppies have longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Dachshund puppies are black and tan. 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.
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
#3
Went homeMale
#1
Went homeFemale
#2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Gail
Gail 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 $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Includes all guarantees, vaccinations and worming appropriate for age, microchip, NO PET puppy will be sold with breeding rights. No deposit required before the litter is born. IF we are not able to provide you a puppy, your deposit will be refunded. IF we have a puppy available for you and you do not take the puppy, your deposit will NOT be refunded; but, can be applied to our next litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Gail 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 Gail 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 Gail 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
- 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Gail.
Breeder’s location
Meet in California
5791 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Los Angeles Airport
5791 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Gail can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Gail
Gail has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Gail was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Gail is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Desert Rose 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
All breeds
Italian Greyhound
Dachshund
Tali, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Tali
Tali finished her AKC Championsi By going Best Of Breed over Champions as a puppy. She is a small girl, maybe 13” tall and about 9 lbs. She gets along well with other dogs and is a pleasure to live with.
Zip, dad
Italian Greyhound
About Zip
Zip is a male Italian Greyhound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gail decided to make him part of their program. Gail 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.
Chloe, mom
Dachshund
About Chloe
“Chloe” is a Russian import and this will be her last litter. She is fully health tested and verification can be provided.
Donny, dad
Dachshund
About Donny
AKC Champion. Fully health tested. Verification of test results are available.
Tsunami, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Tsunami
Tsunami is a female Italian Greyhound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gail decided to make her part of their program. Gail 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.
Zip, dad
Italian Greyhound
About Zip
AKC Vhampion as of 8/24.
Flo, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Flo
Flo is a female Italian Greyhound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gail decided to make her part of their program. Gail 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.
Diva, mom
Dachshund
About Diva
Diva has been retired
Giza, mom
Dachshund
About Giza
Giza is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gail decided to make her part of their program. Gail 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
Dachshund
Italian Greyhound
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Desert Rose 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.
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 Coat/Trait Panel, Cone-Rod Dystrophy (crd4), DNA Profile, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
