Donna's Mini Joys

Donna G.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Sarasota County, FL
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Journey
Paris

Expected Dachshund litter

Due Apr. 2026

Ready May 28

Meet the breeder

I'm Donna G., the breeder behind Donna's Mini Joys located in Sarasota County, FL. I love being a breeder. It's so fulfilling to have the opportunity to see the positive effect that a beloved, furry companion can have on its family. I raise adorable, affectionate Dachshund puppies for loving homes, and I give them lots of love and attention while they are with me so that they will be ready to transition into their new lives. Please visit me on Facebook for current updates at Donna's Mini Joys. If you can't message me, you can find me, Donna Greene on there as well.

Q. & A. with Donna

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Each of my dogs has brought so much happiness to me throughout their lives. I want to do my part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well, and to provide each of my puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives.

  • What makes your program special?

    Because my program is small, I am able to give each dog and puppy all of the attention and care that they need to develop and thrive. My dogs are my family, and I give that same love to each puppy as I prepare them to join their forever homes.

  • 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 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.

Getting a puppy from Donna

Donna 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 $1,700 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“First puppy shots and deworming. New home puppy bag...food, blanket, toys, micro chipped, first month of flea and heartworm prevention, vet health certificate. Deposit goes towards puppy price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Donna.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Sarasota County, FL

4846 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sarasota–Bradenton Airport

4841 miles away

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More about Donna

  • Donna has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Donna’s links

Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Donna's Mini Joys 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Donna's Mini Joys 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), DNA Coat/Trait Panel, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Donna to bring home their puppies.

  • Brandi S.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2024

    Donna was amazing to work to bring our furbabies home. We actually got two sisters from her and she was very responsive and kept us updated along with pictures and videos regularly. She sent them home with lots of goodies and made this process extremely smooth. You can tell these dogs are her passion and very well loved and cared for.

    Janitza F.

    Verified owner · June 2024

    Donna is an excellent breeder that takes good care of her puppies. Since the first text I had with Donna, she was helpful and answered all my questions. She sent me, once or twice a week photos and videos of my puppy. When I got the puppy, I saw the love and care that Donna put into raised this puppy. I got a beautiful, healthy, pre spoiled and potty trained puppy. Amira is a wonderful puppy and she brings a lot of joy to my family. Thank you Donna for the great job and dedication that you put on these gorgeous puppies!

    Amy P.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2022

    Donna is an experienced, knowledgeable, caring breeder. Her pups are healthy, gorgeous and happy. I’m so in love with my mini!

  • Karen P.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2024

    I was so impressed with Donna and her care and love for her dogs and the breed. She was very responsive and sent me many photos and videos of my puppy prior to pick up. She answered any questions and concerns right away. She was thoughtful and respectful every step of the way. You could tell this is her passion. She even cared about how we were doing after taking our puppy home. 10 out 10 experience!

    RD

    Rhonda D.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2024

    Donna‘s Mini Joys was an awesome breeder to work with, we highly recommend her! Donna is extremely knowledgeable and it’s quite evident she cares well for her puppies and loves them until she has to say goodbye. Donna, or Mama Donna as we lovingly refer to her, sent us many pictures during our waiting period and kept us well informed. We felt like she became part of our family as well. We have had Tilly for 2 1/2 weeks now and we are totally in love. Thank you for taking such good care of her until we could bring her home! XO

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