Dogwood Mountain Dachshunds

Joseph D.

Verified owner · May 2025

We discovered Helena through GoodDogs.com and were immediately drawn to her adorable litter of dachshunds. Honestly, any one of them could have stolen our hearts. From the start, Helena made everything feel easy and welcoming. She encouraged us to speak with families who had adopted from her in the past, and when we did, every single one had glowing things to say. They couldn’t praise her care, communication, and dedication enough. Not long after, Helena arranged a FaceTime call so we could meet the puppies. None had been reserved yet, and each one had a temporary name and a color-coded collar to help families tell them apart in photos. She introduced us to each of the males one by one. When she got to a little guy named “Lucky,” wearing a red collar, she said, “He’s a snuggler.” As if on cue, he climbed up, curled around her neck, and fell asleep. That was the moment we knew—he was our pup. We reserved him that same day. Helena told us that if we had a name picked out, she’d start using it right away. We told her we’d chosen Milton, and from then on, that’s what she called him. She sent us frequent updates—sometimes daily—including photos and videos of Milton as he grew. He was the first in the litter to open his eyes, and we found out the same day because Helena messaged us with pictures. Throughout the entire process, Helena kept us informed and involved. Her communication was clear, timely, and personal—every step of the way. When it was time to bring Milton home, Helena met us at the airport with everything we could’ve hoped for: all the paperwork, toys, a handmade blanket with his mom Chili’s scent, a personalized bandana with Milton on it, and—one of our favorite touches—his red collar with letter beads spelling out his name, added by Helena’s daughter. Before saying goodbye, she took his face in her hands while I held him and gave him what she called the “Puppy Talk”—telling him he was going to love his new big sister Penny, and that she expected him to grow into a very good dog. It was incredibly sweet. It wasn’t just a handoff—it was a thoughtful, heartfelt farewell that showed how much she genuinely cares. Even after the adoption, Helena has stayed in touch. We share photos and videos of Milton, and she keeps us updated on Chili and Snickers, his parents. It’s a relationship we genuinely value—and one we know will continue as Milton grows. Helena isn’t just a breeder—she’s someone who truly loves what she does and makes the entire experience meaningful. We couldn’t be more grateful. If you’re looking for a dachshund, we can’t recommend Dogwood Mountain enough. —The DeCarlo Family

Kristen D.

Verified owner · May 2025

We had a great experience with Helena! She was responsive, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. She brought me flowers for Mother’s Day when bringing Woody to us! We can tell that she loves her dogs and wants the best for them!