Knotty Woods/ Hope Heelers

Brielle W.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Hope, MI
  • Responds within a day
  • 100% recommend •

Meet the breeder

I'm Brielle W., the breeder behind Knotty Woods/ Hope Heelers located in Hope, MI. We are proud to offer our beautiful Mini Dachshund puppies to loving homes! Our dogs are healthy and have great temperaments. We are passionate breeders and are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding practices. We do all that we can to make sure our pups get the best care and go to the best homes!

Q. & A. with Brielle

  • Why did you start breeding?

    As an animal lover and dog owner I want to provide to others with a loving companion with a life free of birth defects and genetic issues. I lost my AKC registered purebred Corgi at a young age of 11 due to Degenerative Myelopathy a condition in which could have been avoided through genetic testing and proper breeding. This has driven me to do genetic testing and research to achieve healthy pups.

  • What makes your program special?

    We dedicate our time to our pups!! They get constant socialization with: children, pets, toys (play, touch, sound - interaction), grooming, interaction with crate training and car rides. We start potty training at 1-2 weeks initiating by scent. We start their training as if we were training them to live in our homes so that they can succeed in your home.

  • 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 smooth coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

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

    Our puppies include chocolate and tan, black and tan, 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 Brielle

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

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit that secures a specific puppy. The remaining $2,000 - $4,000 is due at pickup, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes deworming, first vaccinations, puppy socialization (kids, babies, cats, dogs, strangers, car rides, noise, vacuum, farm environment, ECT), grooming, nail trimming, intro crate training, potty training, leash intro. Puppies are AKC limited pet registration only. We have a no breeding policy. Your deposit will hold your puppy of choice. If for any reason the puppy is not suitable to be rehomed (based on health screening) your deposit will be refunded.”

Contract & health guarantee

Brielle 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 Brielle 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 Brielle 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
      • 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
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Hope, MI

4116 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at MBS Airport

4117 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Brielle can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Brielle

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing.

  • Brielle has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years

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

  • Brielle’s links

Brielle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Knotty Woods/ Hope Heelers 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Knotty Woods/ Hope Heelers 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.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, 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 (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 Brielle to bring home their puppies.

  • Brandon L.

    Verified owner · May 2024

    Brielle was phenomenal to work with. You can tell she genuinely cares for her puppies and really helped us get a good start with our newest family member, Henry. Henry is the best thing that happened to our family!

    Lorna O.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2024

    The whole experience was easy and comfortable. Brielle is knowledgeable about her dogs and dedicates her time to ensure healthy, adjusted puppies. Will get my next heeler from her and would definitely recommend!

  • Jennifer H.

    Verified owner · May 2024

      • +4

    We brought our Blu home a few weeks ago and we couldn’t have loved our experience with Brielle any more! She responded quickly, we were able to meet via zoom and see the puppies before hand and pick up was super easy! She has done a fantastic job setting this pup up for a successful and happy life and provided us with great resources to continue his trainings! We are so grateful to have found Hope Heelers! 💙

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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.