I'm Abbey H., the breeder behind A & J Doxies located in Bardstown, KY. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart! We work hard to breed the best dogs possible using good bloodlines and health-tested dogs. We follow all appropriate steps to raising well-socialized puppies. Also all our puppies are AKC Registered.
Q. & A. with Abbey
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 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 brindle, fawn (isabella) and tan, 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.
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Abbey
Abbey 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 $1,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Abbey 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 Abbey 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 Abbey directly.
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
Puppy starter kit
AKC registration
Initial potty training
Basic obedience & manners
Registration
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Toys
Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Abbey.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Bardstown, KY
4442 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Abbey can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Abbey
Abbey has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Abbey was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Abbey is a trusted Good Dog breeder
A & J Doxies 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
Jenny, mom
Dachshund
About Jenny
Jenny is a female Dachshund over 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Abbey decided to make her part of their program. Abbey 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.
Forest, dad
Dachshund
About Forest
Forest is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Abbey decided to make him part of their program. Abbey 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.
Harley, mom
Dachshund
About Harley
Harley is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Abbey decided to make her part of their program. Abbey 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
Good level
A & J Doxies 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.
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.
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).