I'm Shannon T., the breeder behind From the Heart Retrievers and Doxies located in Ocala/Gainesville, FL. As a conscientious breeder, I strive for loving, socialized, well bred and sound puppies that our first and foremost family members. I stand behind the health, structure, and temperament of my puppies and select forever homes that best fit the unique personalities of each puppy. They are PET ONLY.
Q. & A. with Shannon
Why did you start breeding?
I live on my husband‘s family farm it is been in his family for four generations now. We help raise beef cattle, green peanuts, and hay. My husband also works for the USDA. Agriculture runs in his blood😂. We have six beautiful children together ranging in age from 24 all the way down to our youngest who is 5(No... We are not having any more). We have five Golden retrievers and 11 mini Doxies. I never actually had it in my mind to breed dogs it’s just something that happened about 14 years ago. I absolutely fell in love with it and just slowly pursued it. I am a small in-home breeder, I do everything on our family farm and in my own home. I like that it’s small and family-owned. We all chip-in and help.
What makes your program special?
The puppies I breed are very much loved and spoiled from their very first breath until they are eight weeks of age and leave my home. They are surrounded by love from my children and all the farmland which I think is an amazing start for them in life. I also do a spay and neuter contract. I will make exceptions for certain circumstances only after communicating and finding out more about you. I hope this helps and if you have any questions please feel free to ask.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our Dachshund puppies have longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Dachshund puppies include cream, red, wild boar, black, chocolate, brindle, fawn (isabella) and cream, wild boar and tan, wild boar and cream, chocolate and tan, chocolate and cream, black and tan, and black and cream. Golden Retriever puppies include dark golden, golden, and light golden. 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.
Miss. Dk. Purple-3200
Reserved
Female
Miss. Burg-3800
Reserved
Female
Miss. Mint-3200
Reserved
Female
Miss. Dk. Pink-2800
Reserved
Female
Miss. Yellow-3200
Reserved
Female
Miss. Lt. Purple-2800
Reserved
Female
Mr. Blue-4800
Reserved
Male
Mr. Green-5000
Reserved
Male
Mr. Red-2800
Reserved
Male
Miss. Purple-2800
Reserved
Female
Miss. Orange-2800
Reserved
Female
Mr. Blue-2800
Reserved
Male
Checkers-$1600
Went home
Male
Godiva-$1600
Went home
Female
Chocolada-$1800
Went home
Female
Mr. Red-$2300
Went home
Male
Mr. Yellow-$1800
Went home
Male
Mr. Green-$3600
Went home
Male
Miss. Purple-$3200
Went home
Female
Miss. Pink-$2300
Went home
Female
Mr. Blue-$3600
Went home
Male
Miss. White-$4000
Went home
Female
Mr. Red
Went home
Male
Mr. Blue
Went home
Female
Miss Orange
Went home
Female
Miss Pink
Went home
Female
Miss Purple
Went home
Female
Miss Yellow
Went home
Female
Mr. Red
Went home
Male
Mr. Green
Went home
Male
Mr. Blue
Went home
Male
Mr. Green
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Chowder
Went home
Male
Mr. Black
Went home
Male
Mr. Yellow
Went home
Male
Miss. Purple
Went home
Female
Miss Yellow
Went home
Female
Miss Pink
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Shannon
Shannon 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,200 - $4,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“From the Heart Retrievers and Doxies offers a One-year health guarantee. All puppies will be up to date on shots, Deworming, microchipping with a paid lifetime subscription, weekly photos and updates, blanky with mom and littermates smell, and a puppy pack full of goodies. No puppy will be held/reserved without a deposit!
Puppies will come up-to-date on all shots and deworming, Their Florida health certificates, Microchipped with a lifetime paid subscription.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shannon 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 Shannon 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 Shannon directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Microchip
Vet records
Extras
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Registration
Initial potty training
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Food & treats
Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shannon.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ocala/Gainesville, FL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gainesville Airport
Meet in Gainesville, FL
More about Shannon
Club memberships
Shannon is a member of Florida Gulf Coast Golden Retriever Club, Mid-Florida Golden Retriever Club, English Golden Retrievers of North America, Dachshund Club of America, and Golden Retriever Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology), AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Shannon has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Shannon was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
From the Heart Retrievers and 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
Litter and program updates
Shannon T.
Litter update on 14 Nov. •
Now these are some pure out fluffy butter balls
Moose and Bay Bay's litter
Shannon T.
Litter update on 14 Nov. •
Oh my gosh, they’re getting so big and starting to move and groove
Gumbo and Dimples Dip’en dots's litter
Shannon T.
Litter update on 08 Nov. •
These boys are absolutely
Moose and Bay Bay's litter
Shannon T.
Litter update on 08 Nov. •
They’re getting so big and fluffy
Gumbo and Dimples Dip’en dots's litter
Shannon T.
Litter update on 05 Nov. •
These three boys are seriously, so chunky.. they never miss a meal
Moose and Bay Bay's litter
Shannon T.
Litter update on 05 Nov. •
Such sweet little cupcakes
Gumbo and Dimples Dip’en dots's litter
Shannon T.
Litter update on 05 Oct. •
These beautiful babies are getting ready to leave in just a few short days. It’s so bittersweet
Hercules and Godiva's litter
Shannon T.
Litter update on 05 Oct. •
I can’t believe these beautiful puppers are getting ready to go to their new homes in just a few more days🥰
Hercules and Breelyee Sprinkles's litter
Shannon T.
Litter update on 27 Sept. •
So much SWEETNESS
Hercules and Breelyee Sprinkles's litter
Shannon T.
Litter update on 27 Sept. •
All these cuties are growing up so quickly..
Hercules and Godiva's litter
Parent dogs
Magnum, dad
Dachshund
About Magnum
Magnum is gentle-natured and loves running free around our farm and belly rubs. Their calm, patient demeanor makes them wonderful around kids. He has recommended health clearances through Embark and UC Davis.
Sable, mom
Dachshund
About Sable
Sable is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Dimples Dip’en dots, mom
Dachshund
About Dimples Dip’en dots
Dimples Dip’en dots is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Marvin, dad
Dachshund
About Marvin
Marvin is a absolutely gorgeous long hair chocolate based cream with the most amazing disposition Marvin weighs in right at 11.1 pounds
Gumbo, dad
Dachshund
About Gumbo
Gumbo is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
Pushie, mom
Dachshund
About Pushie
Pushie is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Caviar, mom
Dachshund
About Caviar
Caviar is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Bay, mom
Dachshund
About Bay
Bay is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Apollo, dad
Dachshund
About Apollo
Apollo is a beautiful shaded cream, long hair miniature Doxie who weighs 11.3 pounds he carries for chocolate and piebald
Shaz, mom
Dachshund
About Shaz
Shaz is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Ember, mom
Dachshund
About Ember
Ember is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Godiva, mom
Dachshund
About Godiva
Godiva is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Pralines, mom
Dachshund
About Pralines
Pralines is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Flurry, mom
Dachshund
About Flurry
Flurry is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Peachy cream, mom
Dachshund
About Peachy cream
Peachy cream is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Pepsi, dad
Dachshund
About Pepsi
Pepsi is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
Arlo, dad
Dachshund
About Arlo
I only breed Longhaired doxies. Arlo is a beautiful cream piebald.
Loafer, dad
Dachshund
About Loafer
Loafer is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
Primm, mom
Dachshund
About Primm
Primm is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Ellie, mom
Dachshund
About Ellie
Ellie is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Hercules, dad
Dachshund
About Hercules
Hercules is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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
Dachshund
Golden Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
From the Heart Retrievers and 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.
PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), 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 Shannon to bring home their puppies.
Kristi L.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
+6
Shannon was amazing and super helpful! She sent pictures and updates until we picked him up. Let me tell you want, my pup is almost 7mo old and he is seriously so smart. He’s the sweetest baby I’ve owned and I’m so happy that we got him. The whole experience was amazing. I was skeptical to use this but I’m so glad I did. She is a legit breeder and she cares about all of her dogs. So grateful for the whole experience.
Sheila R.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
I recommend Shannon 1000%. We drove over 4 hours to her and it was so worth it. I did not feel comfortable getting a puppy from anywhere else even if it was closer to me. Everything she does for the puppies makes the transition so much smoother. She is so communicative and always happy to help and answer any questions🩵
Amy J.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
Shannon has been great to work with. You can tell she cares so much about the puppies and dogs she raises and wants them to have the best lives possible. From the first time I reached out to her to the last, her responses have been almost immediate ( the primary reason I chose to go with her in the beginning) and she is so very helpful. If I could have as many puppies as I really wanted I would get them all from Shannon! This experience has been great, I would recommend 100%!!
Bana V.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
I HIGHLY recommend Shannon and heart retrievers and doxies!! Shannon was such a joy to connect with! I am so thankful for our sweet girl, Lola. She is a beautiful, healthy, and incredibly gentle little dachshund, and my whole family is absolutely in love.
Shannon always put me at ease with my millions of questions and sent so many helpful resources along the way. She was always available and prompt with her replies! When the day came to pick up Lola, we were greeted with such kindness.. you can truly tell how much they care for their dachshund family!
After a bad experience with another breeder in Florida, I was nervous about the process, but Shannon completely restored my trust. I will always go to her with any questions and know she’ll be there to help me. Thank you, Shannon and family!!
Camryn D.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
Shannon was absolutely amazing. She responds very promptly and is extremely kind and helpful. She answered all of my questions and made the process so smooth. I couldn’t have asked for a better adoption process!!
Jessica W.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
Shannon was very nice and and was quick to respond with any questions that we had. She made the adoption process seamless from start to finish. She was also very accommodating to us as far as pick up. We live in Virginia and we flew to Florida for pick up and the puppy did great on the flight. I would definitely recommend From the Heart Doxies and Retrievers to anyone looking for a dachshund puppy!