I'm Rhonda V., the breeder behind Mini Doxies of Eastern KY located in Louisa, KY. We decided to start breeding to share the best possible puppies with excellent personalities, temperament, and most of all health! When we got our first dog, we were instantly in love. Since then, we’ve made it our mission to bring happy, healthy puppies into the lives of other families!
Q. & A. with Rhonda
Why did you start breeding?
I decided to start breeding to give others the joy of this loving animals. Dachshunds are your best friend. Going with you every step of the way. Loving you as much as they can. I comforter when you need someone by your side. They will always be there for you.
What makes your program special?
We care about our animals. Our pups will get the best start in life. We include vaccinations, wormer, microchip, going home kit to help you and the transition for our puppies and interaction to kids and other animals including socialization.
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 piebald, chocolate, fawn (isabella) and tan, blue and tan, chocolate and tan, fawn (isabella) and cream, chocolate and cream, black and tan, blue and cream, 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.
Moon
Reserved
Male
Sky
Reserved
Female
Getting a puppy from Rhonda
Rhonda 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $2,300 - $3,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“e.g. The price for includes the guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccines, deworming, going home kit and puppy socialization. The deposit helps you keep your puppy and watch your puppy grow as I will update with pictures or videos. FaceTime is always available!”
Contract & health guarantee
Rhonda 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 Rhonda 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 Rhonda directly.
Mini Doxies of Eastern KY 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
Rhonda V.
Litter update on 18 Oct. •
Sweet lil Moon is growing!
Scooter and Aujus's litter
Rhonda V.
Litter update on 15 Oct. •
Sky and Moon are 2 weeks old!
Scooter and Aujus's litter
Rhonda V.
Litter update on 09 Oct. •
Moon and Sky are growing! 1 week old!
Scooter and Aujus's litter
Rhonda V.
Program update on 14 June •
These puppies love to just relax in your lap!
Parent dogs
Scooter, dad
Dachshund
About Scooter
Scooter is gentle-natured. Loves being with his family, playing outside and just relaxing in the sun. He is CKC Registered. Health guarantee.
Aujus, mom
Dachshund
About Aujus
Aujus is a very loving dog. She loves to be in your lap or playing fetch. She is the sweetest dog. She is CKC registered. Health guarantee.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Mini Doxies of Eastern KY 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.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), 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.