Joplin's Hippo House

Chelsea V.

Breeder of Chinese Shar-Pei and Dachshunds

  • Tucson, AZ
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Chelsea V., the breeder behind Joplin's Hippo House located in Tucson, AZ. Our hippo and weenie babies are first and foremost breed for health and companionship. They are pure breed Shar-Peis and Dachshunds. We test for SPAID & POAG/PLL and PRA & IVDD. Our dogs are intelligent, loveable, loyal, protectors, best friends, and life long family members.

Q. & A. with Chelsea

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We first fell in love with the Shar Pei breed after rescuing our Mix Shar Pei Joplin! She showed us a deep love that we never knew was possible. She was a companion, a protector and our baby. We lost her in 2023 which lit a fire of passion to breed Shar Pei's and allow other families to know that same type of love.

  • What makes your program special?

    We are a small family in-home kennel free breeder that breeds for healthy and happy hippos and weenies. Along with focusing on temperament and companionship. We pride ourselves on the fundamentals Joplin left us to take care of more fur babies going forward.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Dachshund puppies have longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Chinese Shar-Pei puppies include fawn sable, fawn, apricot dilute, isabella dilute, lilac dilute, cream, cream sable, cream dilute, chocolate dilute, brown, blue sable, blue dilute, black sable, black, brown sable, white, and blue. Dachshund puppies include piebald, cream, black, chocolate, brindle, chocolate and cream, chocolate and tan, 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Chelsea

Chelsea has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Chelsea partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,500 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Each puppy will include a vet exam, limited AKC/CKC papers with a sign spay/neutered contract, a congenital health guarantee for 12 months, dewormed, vaccines, health records, Hippo/Weenie Travel Bag, microchipping, Eye Tacking and dew claws removal for Shar-Peis if needed. and 30 days of health insurance. Our deposits start at $500 which goes toward the full total of your puppy. Deposits also can be used to reserve a puppy from an upcoming litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Chelsea 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 Chelsea 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 Chelsea directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Tucson, AZ

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Tucson Airport

Meet in Phoenix, AZ

More about Chelsea

  • Chelsea has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Chelsea was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Chelsea’s links

Chelsea is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Joplin's Hippo House 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

Parent dogs

All breeds

Dachshund

Chinese Shar-Pei

Parent health testing

Chinese Shar-Pei

Dachshund

Joplin's Hippo House 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 Chinese Shar-Pei.

  • Full Embark Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Shar-Pei Autoinflammatory Disease, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel, Primary Open Angle Glaucoma and Primary Lens Luxation (POAG/PLL), Shar-Pei Type

    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 Chelsea to bring home their puppies.

  • natalie l.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    I recently got my mini dachshund from Joplin’s Hippo House and Chelsea was amazing to work with! She had very quick replies, was very understanding, and answered a lot of questions that I had. The entire process was really professional, and when I received him you could tell he was so loved in her possession. I would encourage anyone looking for a new doxie companion to consider Joplin’s Hippo House ❤️

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    Lucas A.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    We were very selective when searching for a dog, but the moment we met Ozzy (formerly Pugsley), we completely fell in love. We looked through many breeders, and none compared to the professionalism and care shown by Joplin’s Hippo House. From the very beginning, communication was exceptional. We received daily updates on our puppy, had multiple convenient pickup options, and always felt informed and supported. I truly can’t express how much we appreciated their clear, consistent communication. To top it all off, our puppy came potty trained and kennel trained, which made the transition home so much easier. Our favorite part, though, was receiving a beautifully organized packet that included vaccination records, favorite foods, helpful suggestions, 30-day insurance, and microchip information already registered to us. Everything was so thoughtfully prepared. We are beyond grateful for the happiness they’ve brought to our family. And the cherry on top? The blanket they sent home with him — he still won’t sleep without it. ❤️ Highly recommend Joplin’s Hippo House to anyone looking for a loving, responsible breeder.

  • Marissa N.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    Chelsea was responsive throughout the entire process and provided weekly updates of the pups. When she dropped off our new puppy, everything was organized and prepared in its own little folder. It was so nice! I had never experienced this level of professionalism with other breeders. It’s obvious that she takes great care with her puppies and the families that she places them with. She was thorough and I would 100% purchase another one of her dogs in the future. 10/10 would recommend.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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