Lil Weens
Meet the breeder
I'm Mandy W., the breeder behind Lil Weens located in Kalamazoo, MI. All of our dogs are loved as family members. We cherish our puppies from birth up until they leave our arms to snuggle into yours! We adore Dachshunds. Our dogs have enriched our lives in ways we never imagined, and we are so happy to be able to share the wonderful qualities of the breed with others. Owning a Dachshund is a beautiful experience, and it would be our honor to connect you with the perfect new addition to your family.
Q. & A. with Mandy
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with dachshunds cuteness and cool temperament, when getting Penny I chose a dam that was perfect for being a great mom. I'm so glad I was right! She's a wonderful part of the family and I'm excited to share dachshund love from our family to yours!What makes your program special?
We are a family with two special needs children and family members that help with desensitization with people. lil weens dachshunds are trained in a lot of different situations with love and support!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 longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include chocolate, black and tan, chocolate and cream, and black and cream. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Mandy
Mandy 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 $950 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price varies. Certain circumstances determine whether a refund is given.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mandy 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 Mandy 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 Mandy 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mandy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Kalamazoo, MI
4231 miles away
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More about Mandy
Mandy has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Mandy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Mandy’s links
Mandy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Lil Weens 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
Penny, mom
Dachshund
About Penny
Penny is a four year old pure breed long haired dachshund.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Lil Weens 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.
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).
