Doxie Lakes

Catherine T.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • New Brighton, MN
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Catherine T., the breeder behind Doxie Lakes located in New Brighton, MN. I have a simple, family-run breeding program offering loving and loyal companions to others. It is a labor of love and a rewarding ministry to provide happy, thriving, well socialized puppies for their furever new owners. My doxies are a part of my family and I love them dearly. They are all AKC registered.

Q. & A. with Catherine

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I found it difficult to find AKC miniature dachshunds in our area and decided to start family breeding them to help provide awesome doxies to others who are looking for them. It has been very fulfilling to successfully prepare our puppies to go to homes and live their best lives.

  • What makes your program special?

    I believe in family raised puppies & being retired I can give them 24/7 love & care. I shed tears when they drive off (once 2 flew off) to live with their new owners. I work toward meeting/communicating with prospective owners to look for a good fit for both the pups as well as their potential humans. It is an important decision to adopt a puppy.

  • 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, wirehaired, and smooth coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include red, chocolate, black and tan, and dapple. 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.

Getting a puppy from Catherine

Catherine has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Catherine partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,800 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes AKC registration paper, puppy food, vet/immunization record, adoption certificate w puppy pictures, going home blanket w familiar smells that help with adjustment in new home. Deposits are preferred. There are situations where payment in full when picking up the puppy can be an option.”

Contract & health guarantee

Catherine 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 Catherine 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 Catherine directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in New Brighton, MN

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport

Meet in Grantsburg, WI

More about Catherine

  • Catherine has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Catherine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Catherine is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Doxie Lakes 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

Verified owner stories

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

  • KH

    Karisa H.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Catherine was wonderful to work with from start to finish. She made sure we had all the information we needed to care for our puppy, Finn! The payment and pick up process were stress free.

    Savanah N.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Catherine was wonderful, she was quick to respond and easy to work with, we have been absolutely over the moon with our new family member. We will absolutely be returning to Doxie Lakes if we ever need another doxie. Thank you so much for our precious Piper!

  • Alex M.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    Catherine was absolutely amazing to work with. She sent regular updates on how the puppies were doing. Since we were nearby, I was even able to visit the puppy when they were starting to open their eyes. She was able to answer questions that I had about the puppy. Was very responsive to questions that I may have had about the puppy.

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