J&M Southern Dachshunds
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- Maynardville, TN
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Meet the breeder
I'm Melinda R., the breeder behind J&M Southern Dachshunds located in Maynardville, TN. Our puppies become integral members of our family. They’re a daily part of everything we do until they’re ready to join their forever families.
Q. & A. with Melinda
Why did you start breeding?
USAWhat 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 longhaired and smooth 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, chocolate, chocolate and tan, chocolate and cream, black and cream, and black and tan. 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.
Sally
ReservedFemale
Dash
ReservedMale
Prince
ReservedMale
Cora
ReservedFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Sassy
Went homeFemale
Tucker
Went homeMale
Mac
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Delilah AKC registered
Went homeFemale
Ginger
Went homeFemale
Chip
Went homeMale
Iris
Went homeFemale
Jack
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Melinda
Melinda 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 $800 - $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes guarantee of the puppy. Akc registrated. 8 week vet check. Shots and dewormed.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melinda 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 Melinda 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 Melinda 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
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- 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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melinda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Maynardville, TN
396 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport
421 miles away
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More about Melinda
Melinda has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Melinda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Melinda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
J&M Southern 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
Musa, mom
Dachshund
About Musa
Musa is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melinda decided to make her part of their program. Melinda 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.
Gemma, mom
Dachshund
About Gemma
Gemma is sweet as pie. You pick her up and she just melts in ur hands. She is very much a lap dog. Very playful and so sweet. AKC registered.
Helga, mom
Dachshund
About Helga
Helga is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melinda decided to make her part of their program. Melinda 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.
Charlie, dad
Dachshund
About Charlie
Charlie is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melinda decided to make him part of their program. Melinda 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
J&M Southern 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.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
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).
