I'm Mike H., the breeder behind Island Farms Dachshunds Florida located in Deland, FL. We’re devoted to ensuring there are healthy puppies for others to enjoy and we do so by responsibly growing this incredible breed. We put a great deal of effort into raising our litters to ensure our puppy families will have the best experience raising their new family members.
Q. & A. with Mike
Why did you start breeding?
Our family has owned dachshunds for over 20 years.
What makes your program special?
In home. Time and attention. Healthy pups and parents.
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 have longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include piebald, cream, red, chocolate, brindle, black and tan, black and cream, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Mike
Mike 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 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $4,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes vet check, vaccinations due up to 8 weeks, health guarantee, deworming, and socialization. Deposit required to hold. Application must be completed and accepted.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mike 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 Mike 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 Mike directly.
Island Farms Dachshunds Florida 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
Crusher, mom
Dachshund
About Crusher
Sweetest natured dachshund you could imagine!
Buttercup, mom
Dachshund
About Buttercup
Buttercup is a sweet, playful and snuggly lady. She has a beautiful cream coat.
Flash, dad
Dachshund
About Flash
Flash is a male Longhair Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mike decided to make him part of their program. Mike 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.
Good health testing
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Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Mike to bring home their puppies.
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Grace C.
Verified owner · Aug. 2023
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My puppy was super healthy and calm after picking her up from Island Farms Mimi’s Dachshunds!!
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.