Garage Door Kennels
- Murfreesboro, TN
Meet the breeder
I'm Lauren P., the breeder behind Garage Door Kennels located in Murfreesboro, TN. Our small kennel is nestled on our little piece of property of a little over an acre with plenty of room for all of our dogs to run and play. We converted our garage into a small oasis kennel complete with artificial turf, AC and Heat, and cozy brick like accents on the walls. We love Dachshunds and German Shepherds. I grew up with German Shepherds and I got my first dachshund almost 15 years ago when I graduated high school. After that we immediately fell in love with the breed. Our dogs are our family and are very near to our hearts. All of our dogs are health and genetic tested before breeding as we strive to breed quality dogs to live long, healthy, and happy lives. All of our pups are raised inside and are handled from birth. They are socializing a lot with other dogs and people during their first 8 weeks of life to ensure an easy transition into their new homes. All puppies go to their new homes at 8 weeks with their first set of shots, dewormer, and a health guarantee.
Q. & A. with Lauren
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 include wirehaired, 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.
Mashed Potatoes
ReservedFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Female 2
Went homeFemale
Female 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Brown and White Piebald
Went homeMale
Black and White Piebald
Went homeFemale
Brown and White Piebald
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Lauren
Lauren 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
Contract & health guarantee
Lauren 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 Lauren 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 Lauren directly.
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
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lauren.
Breeder's location
Meet in Murfreesboro, TN
4573 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)
4571 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Lauren can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Lauren
Lauren has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Lauren was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Lauren is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Garage Door Kennels 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
All breeds
Dachshund
Basset Hound
German Shepherd
Alfie, dad
Dachshund
About Alfie
Alfie is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lauren decided to make him part of their program. Lauren 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.
Mashed Potatoes, mom
Basset Hound
About Mashed Potatoes
This girl will be ready to breed in 2025 after genetic and health testing
Walter, dad
Dachshund
About Walter
Walter is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lauren decided to make him part of their program. Lauren 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.
Gretel, mom
Dachshund
About Gretel
Gretel is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Lauren 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.
Beckham, dad
German Shepherd
About Beckham
Beckham is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lauren decided to make him part of their program. Lauren 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.
Moo, mom
Dachshund
About Moo
Moo is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Lauren 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
German Shepherd
Good level
Garage Door Kennels 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.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Lauren to bring home their puppies.
Terrye A.
Verified owner · June 2025
Lauren was great to work with and responded quickly to all questions that I had. Our puppy was exactly what was described and absolutely wonderful.
S Darlene W.
Verified owner · July 2024
Lauren was very responsive and attentive to us throughout the process. Would recommend to anyone looking for a puppy to use this application. The puppy has been named Luna and is very happy to be here with her new family.
