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Mel's LowRider Ranch
- Centerville, GA
- Responds within an hour
Available puppies
Plumera
Ready Nov. 22
7 weeks old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Melissa B., the breeder behind Mel's LowRider Ranch located in Centerville, GA. All of our dogs live in our home as family members and we spend lots of quality time with them as well as all the puppies born. I only breed my females 5 times as long as they do well. I feed them high quality food and keep them up to date with veterinary care.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted to be able to share high quality sweet healthy puppies with others. This specific breed is absolutely amazing.What makes your program special?
I use several techniques from the puppy culture program. I expose them to as many different sounds and textures as possible and I start playing with them as soon as they are mobile. I hold and love on them every day from birth.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 piebald, cream, red, chocolate, black and cream, 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.
Brody
Went homeMale
Asher
ReservedMale
Cosmo
ReservedMale
Astro
ReservedMale
Tanner
Went homeMale
Gunner
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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 $300 deposit and between $1,100 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes AKC registration papers, 1st round of vaccinations, a small toy, bone and a blanket. Our prices vary based on coat color and pattern. Creams, piebalds& dapples are more than colors such as blk & tan or red. The deposit is refundable until the chosen pup is 4 weeks old.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa 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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Registration
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Centerville, GA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Macon GA
Flexible meeting point
Melissa can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Melissa
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mel's LowRider Ranch 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
Melissa B.
Litter update on 17 Nov. •Ready for their new homes in 5 days.
Swirl and Tulip's litter
Melissa B.
Program update on 03 Nov. •
Melissa B.
Litter update on 03 Nov. •
Swirl and Tulip's litter
Melissa B.
Litter update on 01 Nov. •
Swirl and Tulip's litter
Melissa B.
Litter update on 28 Oct. •
Swirl and Tulip's litter
Melissa B.
Litter update on 24 Oct. •
Swirl and Tulip's litter
Melissa B.
Litter update on 24 Sept. •
Midas and Maddie's litter
Melissa B.
Litter update on 12 Sept. •Growing! Growing! Growing!
Midas and Maddie's litter
Melissa B.
Litter update on 12 Sept. •1st time for solid food!💙❤️
Midas and Maddie's litter
Melissa B.
Program update on 04 Sept. •The two brothers haven't begun walking too much yet but it won't be long!!!
Parent dogs
Tulip, mom
Dachshund
About Tulip
Tulip is the sweetest little cream pie. Her favorite thing is sitting in my lap and getting belly rubs, aside from food. SHE LOVES TO EAT! Even though she's only 7.5lbs. She tries to hold out for "people food" or special treats. She definitely will let us know if someone is near the house. She's a firecracker!!! Love my Tulip!!!
Zora, mom
Dachshund
About Zora
Zora is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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
Mel's LowRider Ranch 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.
Cone-Rod Dystrophy (crd4), Cone-Rod Dystrophy 1 (crd1), American Staffordshire Terrier Type, Animal Genetics Panel, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Melissa to bring home their puppies.
Lucy S.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
Mellisa was great to work with to get my pup. She was so responsive and gave me regular updates. He is such an angel and you can tell he was so loved before he came home to me too!
Kyra F.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Melissa was responsive, I could tell she cared for the puppies.
Eve C.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
I chose Sigi from a host of dachshund pups after seeing her parents and talking at length to Melissa. I loved the fact that she had been raised in a home and exposed to so much. She’s a very confident little girl, afraid of nothing! She did test positive for a parasite on her first check, but it was corrected with one dose. Florida has stricter requirements for puppy sales, but this was not a deal breaker. She’s a spirited handful at 5 months, just like a dachshund should be. And nobody can resist petting this friendly pup.
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Candina W.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
I had a great experience buying my puppy from Mel’s LowRider Ranch. She was well taken care of and we had a great health report from the vet. I will definitely buy from Melissa again!
Mary B.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Melissa was very informative and helpful as we welcomed our new family member! It is evident she truly cares about her dogs and the breed.
