I'm Melissa R., the breeder behind Farmhouse Doxies located in Tuskahoma, OK. Overall health and temperament are top priorities with my puppies, as well as proper socialization to help ensure a smooth transition to their new homes. I am dedicated to finding the best possible homes for my puppies and to helping families find their perfect family pet or future breeder!
Q. & A. with Melissa
Why did you start breeding?
I absolutely love miniature dachshunds and all the love and happiness they bring to me and my family and I wanted to share my love of the breed with others so I decided to start my own responsible breeding program!
What makes your program special?
All adult dogs and puppies are raised in our home as a part of our family with lots of love and spoiling! I am very passionate about my program and I am dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding practices and providing the best care possible for my puppies.
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 smooth and longhaired 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.
Honeysuckle
Went home
Female
Tulip
Went home
Female
Wynter
Went home
Female
Everest
Went home
Female
Aspen
Went home
Female
Kodiak
Went home
Male
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 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“I have both AKC registered and non-registered puppies, so price will vary depending on registration. ”
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.
Farmhouse 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
Parent dogs
Juniper, mom
Dachshund
About Juniper
Juniper is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Moose, dad
Dachshund
About Moose
Moose is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melissa decided to make him part of their program. Melissa 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.
Millie, mom
Dachshund
About Millie
Millie is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Farmhouse 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy (PRA-crd), Standard Wirehaired Dachshund Type, Full Embark 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).