Grand River Dachshunds

Denise & Dana G.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • South Dakota
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Purple Wire Boy

Ready now

3 months old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Denise & Dana G., the breeder behind Grand River Dachshunds located in South Dakota. The goal we set and which I believe is still the most important, is to produce healthy puppies that make a well-rounded character in an adult dog. Sometimes the most ordinary things can be made extraordinary simply by doing them with a Dachshund. Dana lives in southern South Dakota with Dax, Diego, & Tux. Denise lives in southern California with Bentley, Merci, and Valentina.

Q. & A. with Denise & Dana

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Dana owned dachshunds first, she purchased her first show dog in 2008.

  • What makes your program special?

    We focus on breeding structurally sound dogs that can excel in the show ring as well as in any hunting situation. We only breed a litter once every 1-4 years. Denise is an experienced dachshund & basset hound field trial & hunting performance test judge as well as a Farm Dog Certified judge. Between the 2 of us, we have judged conformation matches, all-breed puppy groups, & specialty sweepstakes. We offer a Title/Training Incentive Program to dog/puppy buyers, you can find out more information by going to our website.

  • 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 wirehaired 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, wild boar, and black and tan. 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.

Getting a puppy from Denise & Dana

Denise & Dana has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

Denise & Dana partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape.

“We start matching families as we begin evaluating temperament, personality, & conformation. Show & performance homes are a priority. This will vary from 8 weeks to 16 weeks. Families can share their preferences, but we make the final decisions based on temperament and personality. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,300 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“We also offer a Title/Testing Incentive program in which buyers can get up to $300 back for Titling and Testing their new dog/puppy. No deposits are accepted until after puppies are born.”

Contract & health guarantee

Denise & Dana 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 Denise & Dana 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 Denise & Dana 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
      • 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Denise & Dana.

Breeder's location

Meet in South Dakota

1237 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Joe Foss Field

1045 miles away

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Meet in Minneapolis, MN

906 miles away

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More about Denise & Dana

  • Club memberships

    Denise & Dana is a member of Dachshund Club of America, Dachshund Club of Santa Ana Valley, Sierra Dachshund Breeders Club, Columbine Dachshund Club, Rapid City Kennel Club, Rocky Mountain Hound Association, and Rocky Mountain Earthdog Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    FCI International Champion, AKC Grand Champions, AKC Dual Champions, FCI registered , AKC Champions, UKC Champions , Breed Club Member, AKC Club Member, AKC Judge, AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Canine Ambassador.

  • Denise & Dana has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years

    Denise & Dana was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Denise & Dana’s links

Denise & Dana is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Grand River 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Grand River 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.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, 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 (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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Brucellosis, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • Full Embark Panel, Lafora Disease (LD)

    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 Denise & Dana to bring home their puppies.

  • Michael M.

    Verified owner · May 2026

    Denise and Dana have been wonderful to work with. They are very responsible breeders which is what drew us to them for our next puppy. We are very impressed with their focus on nutrition, health, socialization, and care of their dogs and puppies. We were grateful Denise and Dana ensured we were a good fit for one of their puppies before going forward. We talked for a good long while before selecting our pup and Denise thoroughly answered all of our questions and informed us more on her and Dana’s dogs and the amazing things their dogs do. One week before our pup was to come home, we were fortunate to meet Denise and Dana at a puppy play group which is hosted in our local area. The experience of meeting their dogs and puppies was so much fun. The dogs are very well cared for and the puppies were healthy and playful. Seeing our little girl for the first time was very special. We also received updates as well as pictures and videos of our new pup during the process. Overall, this has been a great experience and when we decide to give our little girl a sister, we will give Denise and Dana a call. We highly recommend Grand River Dachshunds.

Photos

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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