I'm Tara M., the breeder behind DT Dachshunds located in Poplar Bluff, MO. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. When we got our first dog, we were instantly in love. Since then, we’ve made it our mission to bring happy, healthy puppies into the lives of other families!
Q. & A. with Tara
Why did you start breeding?
I was raised with a dachshund in my home as little girl and my love for the breed took off from there. Can't imagine a day without my doxies in my life. My main goal is to raise the breed with a compassionate hand, preserve, and breed for better. All my pups reside with me in my home as a part of the family.
What makes your program special?
We don't breed to breed. We have goals which include dogs that pass health certification, proper pairings, and ethical breeding. Our Goal is quality not quantity. I strive for healthy dogs and dogs you can feel comfortable in knowing they were bred and raised the right way.
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.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red, chocolate and tan, 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.
Hope
Reserved
Female
Quin
Reserved
Female
Kasey
Reserved
Female
Elio
Reserved
Male
Eli
Reserved
Male
Maggie
Went home
Female
Marlin
Went home
Male
Rodayo
Went home
Male
Guss
Went home
Male
Una
Went home
Female
Endo
Went home
Male
Mondo
Went home
Male
Lyra
Went home
Female
Knightly
Went home
Male
Mogley
Went home
Male
Vera
Went home
Female
Chance
Went home
Male
Bindi
Went home
Female
Donner
Went home
Male
CLARICE
Went home
Female
Dasher
Went home
Male
NOEL
Went home
Female
KOA
Went home
Female
Rebel
Went home
Male
Kylo
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Tara
Tara 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 between $600 - $800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes DNA health tested dams and sires. Akc and ckc registration (if available). Puppies given good quailty from the start including food,toys, and other necessities. Take home starter kits included. Deposits are refundable in the event something were to happen on my end.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tara 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 Tara 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 Tara directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Poplar Bluff, MO
721 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Tara can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Tara
Tara has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Tara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Tara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
DT Dachshunds 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
Vixen, mom
Dachshund
About Vixen
Vixen is naturally mothering and very loving. She has a calm personality. She enjoys walks and fetch.
Valentine, mom
Dachshund
About Valentine
Currently just a young spunky spoiled baby!
Gypsy, mom
Dachshund
About Gypsy
Gypsy is a quite a character. She is a total love bug who loves her toys and playing fetch. She is very sociable and easy going. She always looking forward to explore and run our field.
Yara, mom
Dachshund
About Yara
Yara is independent and loyal. She holds herself high. Not much scares this girl. She is sociable and a dedicated toy quality inspector. She holds true to the dachshund nature. Yara is an excellent mother to her babies and has been one of the best dogs I've ever owned. I honestly can't say enough about her!
Sage, mom
Dachshund
About Sage
Sage is an avid bug hunter. She is a total cuddle bug and loves to sleep in. She is independent and loves fetch but has to be her fav ball.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
DT Dachshunds 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.
DNA Coat/Trait Panel, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Tara to bring home their puppies.
Robb M.
Verified owner · Aug. 2023
Tara and DT Dachshunds did a fantastic job communicating with us every step of the process. She provided us with some starter kibble to assist in the transition to his new home.
Rusty has grown quickly and settled in nicely. He is a challenging albeit sweet dog. We look forward to many years with this silly little sausage.
Thank you so much again Tara and DT. We hope to add a second dog in the future to keep our first company.