I'm Carolyn D., the breeder behind DeSplinter Dachshunds located in Atkinson, IL. The goal of my breeding program is to produce healthy, well-tempered dogs that make excellent pets. I love my pups and you will too! It is important to me not only that I preserve my own phenomenal bloodlines, but that I am improving this breed with each litter and ensuring the well-being of these dogs for generations more to come!
Q. & A. with Carolyn
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 and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Carolyn
Carolyn 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 $1,250 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC Registration, 1st set of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy pack. All puppies are the same price regardless of the color or pattern.”
Contract & health guarantee
Carolyn 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 Carolyn 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 Carolyn directly.
DeSplinter 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
LUNA, mom
Dachshund
About LUNA
LUNA is a female Dachshund about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carolyn decided to make her part of their program. Carolyn 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.
RIZZO, dad
Dachshund
About RIZZO
RIZZO is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Carolyn decided to make him part of their program. Carolyn 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
DeSplinter 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.
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).