I'm Nina S., the breeder behind Iron Bear Livestock & Dachshunds located in Garfiled, AR. We fell in love with our weenies right from the start. Once you’ve owned a Dachshund, you’ll never want to be without one! Our Mission is to help our pups find loving families like ours to live happy lives of companionship.
Q. & A. with Nina
Why did you start breeding?
Its been a Family Business and passion since we were children. My Granddad breed coon dogs to raise his family and we just enjoy these pups and seeing the make other family happy.
What makes your program special?
We raised them on our cow farm. Best of both worlds exploring outside when they desire & inside to be snuggled + cuddled.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard 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 black, chocolate, chocolate and cream, chocolate and tan, black and tan, and dapple. 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.
Aka “Two Tone” Dapple Red and Chocolate
Went home
Male
Boy 5–OJR
Went home
Male
Chocolate & Cream boy
Went home
Male
The Female Lone Ranger
Went home
Female
Lone Ranger’s partner in crime
Went home
Male
Black and Tan boy
Went home
Male
Mr Pup-Pup
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Zoey (two tone girl)
Went home
Female
Ebony. (almost all black)
Went home
Female
Chewy
Went home
Male
Juniper (Tri Color Girl )
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Nina
Nina 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 $250 deposit and between $450 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This includes your puppies AKC registration, 1st round of vaccinations, deworming, vet check and puppy socialization. Portion is non refundable. If cost is incurred in preparation for your puppy to come to you we hold out of the deposit. If no preparations have been made then it is fully refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Nina 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 Nina 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 Nina directly.
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
Extras
AKC registration
Food & treats
Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nina.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Garfiled, AR
918 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Northwest Arkansas National Airport
939 miles away
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Meet in Springfield, MO
868 miles away
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More about Nina
Nina has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Nina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
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Nina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Iron Bear Livestock & 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
Oaty, dad
Dachshund
About Oaty
Oaty is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nina decided to make him part of their program. Nina 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.
Queenie, mom
Dachshund
About Queenie
Queenie is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nina decided to make her part of their program. Nina 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.