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Donette's Doxies
- Paducah, KY
- Responds within a few hours
Upcoming litters
Expected Dachshund litter
Due Dec. 2025
Ready Feb. 21, 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Donette F., the breeder behind Donette's Doxies located in Paducah, KY. We do our best to socialize and acclimate each litter so we’re able to offer all-around healthy and well-mannered puppies! We work hard to breed exemplary dogs that are well taken care of from day one and are prepared to excel in loving and caring homes. We love our dogs and puppies, and we strive to place each pup in a home suited to their temperament and ability.
Q. & A. with Donette
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include longhaired and smooth coat varieties. Coat types may 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.
Nova
Went homeFemale
Aspen
Went homeFemale
Aspen
Went homeFemale
George
Went homeMale
Tank
Went homeMale
Cadence
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Nova
Ready now1 year old · Female
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy '1
Went homeMale
Heidi
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
MACO
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Donette
Donette 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 $600 - $1,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Donette 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 Donette 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 Donette 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
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Donette.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Paducah, KY
620 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Barkley Airport
629 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Donette can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Donette
Donette has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Donette was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Donette is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Donette's 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
Litter and program updates
Donette F.
Litter update on 08 May •All claimed and PRESPOILED!
Wesley and Journey's litter
Donette F.
Litter update on 10 Apr. •New litter video posted Wed.April 9 2025
Wesley and Journey's litter
Parent dogs
Chloe, mom
Dachshund
About Chloe
Chloe is a very calm and timid smaller smooth coat solid black. She is our calmest Dam. She loves to sleep under the warm covers with us. Prior to pregnancy she weighs 11 pounds.
Baker, dad
Dachshund
About Baker
Baker is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donette decided to make him part of their program. Donette 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.
Splendor, mom
Dachshund
About Splendor
Splendor is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donette decided to make her part of their program. Donette 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.
Wesley, dad
Dachshund
About Wesley
Wesley is very affectionate. He has a gentle temperament. He loves to play fetch! He is 14lbs
Journey, mom
Dachshund
About Journey
Journey is very loving. She is 11lbs
Rumor, mom
Dachshund
About Rumor
Rumor is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donette decided to make her part of their program. Donette 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.
Bella, mom
Dachshund
About Bella
Bella is very quiet and loves to cuddle in the bed with us. She can be playful but prefers to snuggle.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Donette's 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.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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 (rDVM, not 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.
DNA Disease Panel
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).
