Miniature Dreams Dachshunds

Barbara S.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Mount Holly Springs, PA · 76 miles away
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Barbara S., the breeder behind Miniature Dreams Dachshunds located in Mount Holly Springs, PA. My dogs are bred for health and conformation, temperament and are matched to families to suit activity level and what families desire in a pet. I have a spay neuter contract and a 100% return policy. I offer full breeder support for the life of your pet. Breeding top quality and healthy pets is my priority. I am looking for families who want a healthy well-bred pet.

Q. & A. with Barbara

  • What makes your program special?

    I breed with a focus on conformation and performance. I trial my dogs intended for breeding, and show to prove them worthy of contributing well to the breed. I start potty training and crate training at appropriate ages. I socialize extensively to ensure a confident and well tempered puppy. I support all my families and am always available for questions or guidance. I have a 100% return policy

  • 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 red, chocolate and tan, 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.

Getting a puppy from Barbara

Barbara 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 between $3,500 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC Registration, AKC Reunite Microchip lifetime enrollment, at least 2 vet provided puppy vaccinations, clear fecal exam, health certificate (x2).”

Contract & health guarantee

Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara 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 in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Mount Holly Springs, PA

76 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Harrisburg Airport

88 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

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

More about Barbara

  • Club memberships

    Barbara is a member of Harrisburg Beagle Club, Keystone Dachshund Club, Metropolitan Baltimore Dachshund Club , and Western PA Dachshund Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Barbara has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months

    Barbara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Barbara’s links

Barbara is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Miniature Dreams Dachshunds 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

Miniature Dreams Dachshunds 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.

  • 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).

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