I'm Joni O., the breeder behind Honeydew Ranch located in Sultan, WA. We are committed to always responsibly breeding with the best interest of our puppies’ health and longevity at the forefront. We fell in love with the breed because of the personality. There’s hardly a better feeling than being able to share them with other families that will love them.
Q. & A. with Joni
Why did you start breeding?
I started breeding my horses, which eventually turned into miniature horses when I was getting to old to ride. I turned several of my minis into Multiple World Champions.
I had always wanted another lab I loved the Chocolate labs. After a long search I found a suitable female and male which started my dog breeding
What makes your program special?
My program is special, because of all the hands-on training they learn here at HoneydewRanch. I don't rehome my retired dogs they are my family. We will only have a few more Raya litters and the labs will be retired. At that time full attention will be on our Dachshunds & horses
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Labrador Retriever puppies are yellow. 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.
The dark pink collar is 16 lbs at 8 weeks she is beautiful and playful. She also loves to snuggle
Went home
Female
Yellow collar is the biggest females She is 16 1/2 lbs at 8 weeks old This girl loves to play
Went home
Female
Purple girl is 14lbs at 8 weeks. She is sweet and spunky. She enjoys all the dogs on the ranch, however, she is a big-time snuggler
Went home
Female
Red collar is the largest puppy from this litter. He plays well with all the other dogs and also will chill playing with a toy
Went home
Male
Red
Went home
Male
Piebald Boy
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Joni
Joni 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 $500 deposit and between $1,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC registration, early puppy care vaccinations, worming’s and Microchip. We puppy sit for our clients if they are close and we are always available for any questions. Each case would be looked at individually. We want to keep our clients happy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Joni 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 Joni 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 Joni directly.
Honeydew Ranch 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
Joni O.
Program update on 25 Nov., 4:43 PM •
These Beautiful Brindle Pups are ready for a new Family Dec 3, Price of pups has been reduced by 200 dollars each.
These are great dogs, I am keeping the cream Iris, my lap is always full with 6 Dachshunds and 3 labs.
Claim Boy 1/ Boy 2 or the sweet female you won't be sorry
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Joni O.
Program update on 25 Nov., 12:19 PM •
These pups are ready to go to the it forever homes Dec 3
I have reduced their price by 200 each pup. The asking price is 2000 I would like these pups to join their forever homes
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Joni O.
Program update on 25 Nov., 2:25 AM •
The circle of life
Joni O.
Litter update on 25 Nov., 2:06 AM •
Brindle Girl
Rye and TOT's litter
Joni O.
Program update on 25 Nov., 1:28 AM •
Boy #1
Joni O.
Program update on 25 Nov., 12:31 AM •
Boy #2
Joni O.
Litter update on 25 Nov., 12:15 AM •
Pups are starting to get personality
Rye and TOT's litter
Joni O.
Program update on 24 Nov. •
Calla x Rye pups, 4 pups 2 PieBald 2 solid. There is a male and female Piebald & Solid 12 days old
Joni O.
Program update on 21 Nov. •
It's funny that the 3 Brindles hang out together and Iris (my cream girl & Millie who is spoken for ) hang out together. I love seeing how packs of dogs interact.
Since I have horses I also enjoy watching herd mentality, It's weaning time now, so lots of changes
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Joni O.
Program update on 21 Nov. •
This little girl is a sweetheart
Parent dogs
All breeds
Dachshund
Labrador Retriever
Calla, mom
Dachshund
About Calla
Calla is an excellent mama. She is a Chocolate Piebald. The sire Rye is a cream Brindle
I know I have 2 Piebald Puppies, the colors are unusual to me so I am waiting to announce colors
TOT, mom
Dachshund
About TOT
TOT is a female Dachshund about 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Joni decided to make her part of their program. Joni 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.
Rye, dad
Dachshund
About Rye
Rye is a kind loving I got him when he was 2 1/2 Rye immediately bonded with me found his place on the bed with all the others Rye is a longhair cream Brindle
Sammie Jo, mom
Dachshund
About Sammie Jo
Sammie Jo is my first female She is fun loves to go in the car I would say she was spoiled but we can say well loved
Raya, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Raya
Raya is from our own Chocolate Labs. She is bred to hunt and be a family dog. This is Raya’s 2nd litter I can show pictures of the first litter sired by Chip. Luka’s Sire I respect the Morrison line of dogs and have loved the puppies we have produced
Parent health testing
Dachshund
Labrador Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Honeydew Ranch 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
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 Joni to bring home their puppies.
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Lynne L.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Joni was very nice to work with. She takes real good care of her puppies. They are well socialized with people and other dogs. She is keeping in touch with me. She also said I can board my puppy with her at a very reasonable price when needed.
Thank you Joni for a beautiful puppy both physically and personality wise.
I would post a picture but don’t know how!