PuppyLove Dachshunds

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Caleb & Kathleen R.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Wakarusa, IN
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Jenny

Ready now

12 weeks old · Female

Little Jean

Ready now

12 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Caleb & Kathleen R., the breeder behind PuppyLove Dachshunds located in Wakarusa, IN. We offer a lifetime of support, advice, and friendship when you adopt a PuppyLove dachshund baby. Cared for and loved by our family, you will find that our puppies are happy and outgoing, eager to please and very easy to train. Bred for confirmation, personality, and health, you'll see what makes a PuppyLove Dachshund shine. Our puppies are enrolled in the AKC puppy protection program which includes their microchip and limited AKC registration.

Q. & A. with Caleb & Kathleen

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Our story begins when I was an eleven year old farm girl. My dad helped me adopt my first dachshund, a spunky little red girl. She is the reason I fell in love with the breed that’s “half a dog high and a dog and a half long!" Fast forward a few years, and I was smitten with my first doxie litter. You could call it love at first sight! When we married, Caleb joked that he didn't only marry Kathleen, he also married the dachshund! Together, we have found our passion in raising puppies and connecting them to their forever families across the United States.

  • What makes your program special?

    We offer a 100% two week health guarantee and a one year genetic health guarantee with each puppy, leaving you with the satisfaction of knowing you are adopting a healthy new family member. Age appropriate vaccines are kept up-to-date and each puppy is examined by our vet before leaving our home. Above all else, by adopting one of our babies, you will have a lifetime of support and friendship from the PuppyLove family.

  • 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, cream, black, chocolate, chocolate and tan, chocolate and cream, black and tan, black and cream, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Caleb & Kathleen

Caleb & Kathleen 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, Caleb & Kathleen partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $2,600 - $3,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes limited AKC registration and a $200 deposit to reserve your puppy. A $200 deposit is required to reserve your puppy with PuppyLove Dachshunds.”

Contract & health guarantee

Caleb & Kathleen 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 Caleb & Kathleen 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 Caleb & Kathleen directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Caleb & Kathleen.

Breeder's location

Meet in Wakarusa, IN

485 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Indianapolis Airport

473 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Caleb & Kathleen can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Caleb & Kathleen

  • Certifications & recognitions

    BOAH liscensed & Canine Care Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Caleb & Kathleen has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months

    Caleb & Kathleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Caleb & Kathleen’s links

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Caleb & Kathleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder

PuppyLove 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

PuppyLove 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.

  • 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 Caleb & Kathleen to bring home their puppies.

  • Emily W.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    From the very beginning, Caleb and Kathleen made us feel confident and supported. Their communication was outstanding, the adoption process was seamless, and they were so flexible and accommodating when it came time to picking up our pup. Even now, they continue to check in and welcome questions and updates. It’s clear they truly care about their dogs and the families they go to. Our beautiful girl has been a blessing to us during a rather hard time in our lives- she never fails to make us smile with her playful and loving attitude.

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