Gold Country Chihuahuas
Meet the breeder
I'm Tara D., the breeder behind Gold Country Chihuahuas located in Auburn, CA. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! While our goal is to share loving puppies with families, we are still a selective program. We only breed when we’re sure we can produce the healthiest and best example of the breed possible.
Q. & A. with Tara
Why did you start breeding?
My mom began breeding labs when I was about ten years old. We have been breeding ever since!What makes your program special?
We have very few litters, the puppies are raised in our home as part of our family.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Chihuahua puppies have smooth coats. 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.
Lychee
Went homeFemale
Yuzu
Went homeMale
Ushi
Went homeMale
Selkie
Went homeFemale
Kelp
Went homeMale
Nami
Went homeMale
Mizu
Went homeMale
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 a $150 non-refundable deposit and between $2,350 - $4,350 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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.
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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
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Auburn, CA
2319 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
2349 miles away
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More about Tara
Tara has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Tara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Tara’s links
Tara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Gold Country Chihuahuas 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
Tara D.
Litter update on 24 June •Sweepy babies 😴💤🫶🏼
Ziggy and Nori's litter
Tara D.
Litter update on 22 June •Playing with mom 💛
Ziggy and Nori's litter
Tara D.
Litter update on 18 June •Kelp✨✨✨✨
Ziggy and Nori's litter
Tara D.
Litter update on 16 June •Best babies!
Ziggy and Nori's litter
Tara D.
Litter update on 04 June •Ziggy and Nori's litter
Tara D.
Litter update on 29 May •Are we chihuahuas or bats 🦇? Here come our ears!!
Ziggy and Nori's litter
Tara D.
Litter update on 23 May •
Ziggy and Nori's litter
Tara D.
Litter update on 20 May •Dog pile! We are 5 weeks old now ✨
Ziggy and Nori's litter
Tara D.
Litter update on 17 May •😴💖
Ziggy and Nori's litter
Tara D.
Program update on 17 May •Playful puppies!🐶💖
Parent dogs
Nori, mom
Chihuahua
About Nori
Nori is a female Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tara decided to make her part of their program. Tara 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.
Yeti, dad
Chihuahua
About Yeti
Yeti is a male Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tara decided to make him part of their program. Tara 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
Gold Country Chihuahuas 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 Labrador Retrievers.
Hip Dysplasia
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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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.
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test
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).
