Heart of Dixie Kennel

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Stephaney I.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Empire, AL
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Stephaney I., the breeder behind Heart of Dixie Kennel located in Empire, AL. Hi, I love dogs and providing families with healthy pets that bring years of happiness. I put my whole heart into this.

Q. & A. with Stephaney

  • 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.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include piebald, cream, brindle, wheaten, fawn (isabella) and cream, chocolate and cream, black and tan, black and cream, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Stephaney

Stephaney 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,200 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"Price includes registration application, puppy starter kit and all pups will be utd on shots and worming and be examined by a vet prior to going to new home. $200 nonrefundable dep to hold your puppy and is deducted from the pups balance at pick up."

Contract & health guarantee

Stephaney 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 Stephaney 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 Stephaney 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Registration
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Stephaney.

Breeder's location

Meet in Empire, AL

4700 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Flexible meeting point

Stephaney can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Stephaney

  • Stephaney has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year

    Stephaney was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

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Stephaney is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Heart of Dixie Kennel 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

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Stephaney to bring home their puppies.

  • Nicolas C.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Thanks to good dog and Stephaney I’m now with our precious baby, she was interested to know if I have any question, she was open to be questioned, healthy little sausage dog, she is happy at our home

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