Dozendachs

Melissa L.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Caldwell, ID ·
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Meet the breeder

I'm Melissa L., the breeder behind Dozendachs located in Caldwell, ID. We absolutely love Dachshunds and we aim to produce healthy and exceptional puppies that will thrive in their future homes. Our Dachshunds are considered members of our family. We pour all of our love into the well-being of our parent dogs and pups. We strive for the highest standards in breeding!

Q. & A. with Melissa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I started rescuing. One of my rescues had a surprise litter. I heard the little squeaks and there they were. I've been addicted ever since.
  • What makes your program special?

    All of our dogs undergo genetic testing to ensure healthy pups. We breed for health, and temperament first. Our pups make excellent service dogs!
  • 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 wirehaired, smooth, and longhaired coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include sable, cream, red, wild boar, brindle, chocolate and cream, wild boar and tan, black and tan, wheaten, chocolate and tan, black and cream, 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 Melissa

Melissa 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, Melissa partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We firmly believe that our puppies end up going to the families they are meant to go. We screen buyers carefully to ensure proper placement. We will take back any puppy, for any reason, at any time so we work hard to make sure our puppies go to the right home the first time. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 refundable deposit. The remaining $1,300 - $3,000 is due at pickup, before taxes & fees.
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“Genetic guarantee. Lifetime support. Age appropriate shots and worming. Microchip prepaid with AKC Reunite. Limited AKC registration included. Full registration available. Puppy will not be held until deposit is placed. This amount is refunded in the event that the sale is terminated by either party. The balance due will be accepted on delivery.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa 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
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Caldwell, ID

5172 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Boise Airport (Boise Air Terminal) (Gowen Field)

5165 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Melissa can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Melissa

  • Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

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

  • Melissa’s links

Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Dozendachs 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

Dozendachs 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

    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 Melissa to bring home their puppies.

  • Cindy H.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

    Melissa is was great and communicated well! Grateful to have my Rosie! She’s playful and full of energy!

    JK

    Jessica K.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

    Melissa and her family were fantastic! They were so kind and able to help us navigate travel and needs for our new little girl Snickers. She has been doing so well since coming into our home and she is such a sweet and calm baby! We would absolutely work with Melissa again!!

    Grace S.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

    We are convinced we have the best dog ever! She is cuddly, strong, smart, and so much fun. Potty training was honestly a breeze. Melissa was incredibly helpful with any questions we had and made sure our puppy was healthy and happy from the very beginning. We are so grateful for our little weenie and couldn’t be happier with her!

  • Gia P.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

    I first saw Frankie, now River on Melissa’s site. He was an older pup with a little crooked tail. His original mama had to send him back to the breeder. I was on the hunt for a little girl dachshund, but fell in love with his story, tail and eyes! There was no doubt that he had to be mine, Melissa was amazing at keeping in touch with me and making sure he was delivered to me. He is the absolute sweetest, never met a stranger, best cuddler and fits in so well with my other 2 dachshunds. I couldn’t be happier with him and am so thankful for Melissa!! What a blessing!!!

    Hilary P.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

    Melissa was so great from beginning till end. I drove out to pick my little guy up and she and her family were so welcoming and warm. My pup was clean, healthy, and happy. We drove home and he slept in my lap the entire way home (6 hours) We ended up naming him Beanford (but call him Beans.) He is so smart. He already knows his name, has been really great so far with potty training, snuggles all the time, and gets along great with our 3 year old lab. I couldn't have asked for a better personality/demeanor of a dog for us. He fits right in and everyone loves him. Even my cats have come up and sniffed him. He also sleeps through the night! I take him with me everywhere I go and he hangs out on my "bean bag." He is also super social and great with other people. I just can't say enough about amazing he is. I was truly blessed with this little guy.

    JJ

    Jennifer J.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    First off, Melissa was great. She was easy to communicate with. She is knowledgeable, caring about her puppies, and was easy to work with. Initially, we both sharerd concerns about our puppy experiencing seperation anxiety due to both my husband and I having to work during the day. Luckily, our little puppy, who we named Astro, adapted quicky and quite well. He didnt experience much home sickness and he has adapted to our older 3 year old dog pretty well too. As I searched around for prices of other daschunds on good dog, and elsewhere, Melissa's prices were quite reasonable. My husband and I love our little guy, he is a very welcome addition to our home. He has brought us so much joy, comfort, and healing since we lost our doxie 2 months ago. :( We are grateful that we met Melissa and that she was able to help us bring this wonderful guy into our home as a forever member of our family :)

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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