High Mountain Dachshunds

Samantha R.

Breeder of Dachshunds

Meet the breeder

I'm Samantha R., the breeder behind High Mountain Dachshunds located in Salida, CO. We are pet owners first and foremost. All of our puppies are raised as members of our family until they’re ready to join yours. We just adore this breed and can't wait to share our love for them with you! We are passionate breeders and are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding practices. We do all that we can to make sure our pups get the best care and go to the best homes!

Q. & A. with Samantha

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I was raised around family members who bred for years and years.
  • 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 Samantha

Samantha 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 $600 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This price includes health guarantee, ckc registration, first shots and deworming, a puppy pack and lots of love! All puppies are same price, no matter the color, coat, or gender. Your deposit is to ensure that you will have the puppy of your choice, and goes toward the total price of the puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Samantha 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 Samantha 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 Samantha 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
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Salida, CO

1530 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at City of Colorado Springs Airport

1458 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

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

More about Samantha

  • Samantha has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years

    Samantha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Samantha’s links

Samantha is a trusted Good Dog breeder

High Mountain 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

High Mountain 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, Full Embark 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).

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