KDKs Kennels

Kirsta L.

Breeder of Dachshunds and Rottweilers

  • Industry, IL
  • Responds within a few hours

Available puppies and older dogs

Dachshund

Rottweiler

Bentley

Ready now

10 weeks old · Male

Fendi

Ready now

10 weeks old · Female

Shiloh

Ready now

11 weeks old · Female

Maverick

Ready now

11 weeks old · Male

Phoebe

Ready now

4 months old · Female

Pixie

Ready now

4 months old · Female

Klaus

Ready now

4 months old · Male

Emil

Ready now

6 months old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Kirsta L., the breeder behind KDKs Kennels located in Industry, IL. We offer top-quality puppies, we focus and health and temperament first and foremost, gorgeous-looking babies are just a bonus. We are dog lovers through and through! Our pups are such an important part of our lives, and we can’t imagine being without them. It’s an amazing experience as breeders to provide others with puppies that we know will bring them the same joy!

Q. & A. with Kirsta

  • What makes your program special?

    We are a small, family-based breeding program who have been raising quality puppies since 2010! We pride ourselves on not only the health and quality of our puppies but the fact that they are all home-raised as well! We feel it's important for them to be raised with our children and other animals.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our Dachshund 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 Dachshund puppies include piebald, cream, red, black, chocolate, fawn (isabella) and tan, blue and tan, chocolate and tan, black and tan, and dapple. Rottweiler puppies are black and mahogany. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Kirsta

Kirsta 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, Kirsta partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 deposit and between $2,600 - $7,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our Miniature Dachshund prices are $2000-4800 Our Rottweiler prices are $2500-4000 . All deposits are non refundable but they are transferable up to two years from the date they are made. Meaning, you can transfer your deposit to any puppy/litter within two years. $200 Husky $500 Frenchie.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kirsta 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 Kirsta 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 Kirsta 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
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Industry, IL

Other pick-up locations

Meet at St. Louis Lambert Airport


Meet in Chicago, IL

More about Kirsta

  • Kirsta has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Kirsta was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Kirsta’s links

Kirsta is a trusted Good Dog breeder

KDKs Kennels 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

Rottweiler

Parent health testing

Dachshund

Rottweiler

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

KDKs Kennels 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.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (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.

  • Full Embark 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Kirsta to bring home their puppies.

  • Georgia L.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Kirsta was amazing with providing pictures of my new puppy coco, and was very fast with response time. I was set up with lots of goodies for coco during her first days at home, and the overall process was amazing! I’d do it all over again!

    Kerri M.

    Verified owner · May 2026

    Kirsta is great to deal with. Answers all questions quickly, very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend KDK Kennels. Our Tillie (was Hilda) has quickly adjusted to our home. She is a great puppy and you can tell she was raised with love & attention.

    Amy W.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Kirsta made the entire process easy. She answered all my questions with patience and was knowledgable on the breed. She was quick to send me videos of Andy (now Indy) when I asked. She helped me set up transportation and made sure to send a care package to make Indy's transition went easier. Highly recommend. Indy has quickly became a loved family member and is a sweet, yet slightly stubborn, boy. We can't imagine life without him!

  • mia m.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    I couldn’t be happier with the experience I had with KDKs Kennels. From start to finish Krista was kind, knowledgeable and always willing to answer any questions I had. It was obvious how much love and care they put in there puppies. My mini dachshund puppy Spencer (now name Dunker!), came home healthy, happy and well socialized which was a huge plus. My transition has been smooth so far since the care given by Krista. Upon arrival she made sure I had all the information needed for transfer. I highly recommend KDKs Kennels if you’re looking for a mini dachshund.

    Melissa B.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    I just received the cutest, sweetest little girl! A dapple, long haired, miniature dachshund. Krista was wonderful to work with. She FaceTimed me when I first made the purchase to let me know I wasn’t being scammed, as I was on Facebook just the week before. She answered questions on many different occasions and sent pictures each time I asked. The puppy has such a sweet disposition, so I know she came from a loving home. Krista has her mother and father and was glad to send me pictures of them as well. Krista also sent food, treats, a bed and more toys than I can count for my new baby. The lady she has deliver her puppies, Nicole, was wonderful as well. She FaceTimed me and sent pictures and video along the way, and let me know where she was the whole time. My puppy was held and loved on the whole time, never put in a cage or left alone. I highly recommend KDK’s Kennels and Krista for anyone looking for a positive experience in buying a puppy. I couldn’t be happier and I would definitely buy from her again!

    Sade S.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    First and foremost, Krista responded instantly when I inquired about Serenity, now named Sadie. She’s extremely knowledgeable and always willing to help with any questions I had. You can truly tell she takes amazing care of her pups Sadie had zero issues her first night. She slept with no crying, is already crate trained, and even knows how to use the pee pad. I’m beyond impressed and very satisfied. Money well spent. Thank you so much! I’m hoping you’ll have another Dachshund next year because I would love for Sadie to have a little companion. She is such a sweet girl. I had to take her to my doctor’s appointment and all the nurses loved her truly a star.

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.

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.

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.

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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