Pure Joy Dachshunds
- Eldon, MO
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Shawna W., the breeder behind Pure Joy Dachshunds located in Eldon, MO. We are pet owners first and foremost. All of our puppies are raised as members of our family until they’re ready to join yours. Our love for our dogs pushed us to begin breeding. We love to see the results of our efforts in the sweet, happy, and healthy puppies that we’re able to share with others!
Q. & A. with Shawna
Why did you start breeding?
I have had dachshunds my entire life. My dad had dachshunds when he was a child and shared his love of the breed with me. With that, it led me to want to better the breed and share the love with others. Our adventure started in 2008.What makes your program special?
Here at Pure Joy Dachshunds quality is our highest concern. We want to provide families with quality temperment and structure of the dachshund breed. Our dogs and puppies are well socialized with people of all ages. Our puppies are handled from the whelping process on. Our dogs live in our home with us. They are family! We have amazing lines coming from Russian imports.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 cream, brindle, 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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Jinx
Went homeMale
Joker
Went homeMale
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Pearl (Please read description)
Went homeFemale
Jett
Went homeMale
Onyx
Went homeMale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Jade
Went homeFemale
Opal
Went homeFemale
Amethyst
Went homeFemale
Kai
Went homeFemale
Nalu
Went homeMale
Maui
Went homeFemale
Rip
Went homeMale
Kona
Went homeFemale
Patsy
Went homeFemale
Reba
Went homeFemale
June
Went homeFemale
Hank
Went homeMale
Dolly
Went homeFemale
Ota
Went homeMale
Beamer
Went homeMale
Shelby
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Porscha
Went homeFemale
Chevy
Went homeMale
Eleanor
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Shawna
Shawna 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, Shawna partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We take great pride in matching families with our beloved puppies. We have an application process and love to have conversations with families. We also love for you to ask us all the questions too! This is a lifetime commitment ”
Price
“This price includes health guarantee, AKC registration, first shots, health check, and dewormings. A non-refundable deposit must be placed to hold your puppy. This deposit is applied to the total price of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shawna 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 Shawna 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 Shawna 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
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shawna.
Breeder's location
Meet in Eldon, MO
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Springfield–Branson National Airport
More about Shawna
Shawna has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Shawna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Shawna’s links
Shawna is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pure Joy 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
Shawna W.
Litter update on 02 June •
Dudley and Ju-Ju's litter
Shawna W.
Litter update on 14 May •
Dudley and Izzy's litter
Parent dogs
Abe, dad
Dachshund
About Abe
Abe is a male Dachshund almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shawna decided to make him part of their program. Shawna 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.
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Wrenley, mom
Dachshund
About Wrenley
Wrenley is a beautiful cream brindle. She has the best personality. She loves to cuddle and play
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Izzy, mom
Dachshund
About Izzy
Izzy is a female Dachshund over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shawna decided to make her part of their program. Shawna 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.
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Dudley, dad
Dachshund
About Dudley
Dudley is our extremely sweet Russian bloodline boy! He is absolutely gorgeous. Loves to cuddle and play. He will steal your heart with his stunning green eyes.
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Ju-Ju, mom
Dachshund
About Ju-Ju
Ju-Ju is a gentle sweet ee cream from our Abe and Izzy. She has the best traits of both her parents. She loves to be right next to but also loves to play outside like her dad. She is stunning in her steucture6and personality.
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Mav, dad
Dachshund
About Mav
Maverick is a very sweet and gentle guy. He absolutely loves to be right next to you getting all the love he can.
Gertie, mom
Dachshund
About Gertie
Gertie is black and tan dapple and comes from Russian import lines.
Oakley, mom
Dachshund
About Oakley
Oakley is our chocolate and tan piebald. She is spunky and super sweet. She is my shadow and must be wherever I am.
Parent health testing
Good level
Pure Joy 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 Shawna to bring home their puppies.
Grace-Leigh V.
Verified owner · July 2026
+6Shawna was great to work with. Very timely responses and well taken care of puppies. We felt very confident buying our puppy through her!
Riley J.
Verified owner · June 2026
Shawn's was very kind and helpful! She updated me on rizzos journey up until he was in my hands! She gave me a goodie bag that came with everything rizzo needed to get adjusted in his new home! She was a delight to work with and i'm very happy with my baby puppy!
SSStephanie S.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
+8Shawna was amazing to work with!! She is so sweet and kind. She sent pictures and videos of my Teddy girl all the time. I highly recommend Shawna with Pure Joy Dachshunds and can say 100% she is amazing, and my new girl is absolutely perfect!! I'm so happy and very pleased with the whole process from start to finish.
Nicole B.
Verified owner · July 2026
Shawna is amazing!!! I truly could not be happier with our sweet boy! Shawna was so patient with us, so communicative, sent us lots of video and photo updates and she truly loves her puppies! Our sweet onyx is so smart, he’s playful and confident with other dogs and cats and the cutest little boy ever!!
Veronica P.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
+5Shawna was great to work with, very responsive and always happy to send photos/updates when we asked. It’s obvious she truly loves her dogs and treats them like family. Our puppy Winnie seamlessly transitioned into life with us. We highly recommend Shawna from Pure Joy Dachshunds!
Marilee B.
Verified owner · July 2025
It was apparent right away that Shawna from Pure Joy Dachshunds takes great care with her puppies and the puppy parents and treats them as part of her family. Shawna responds right away to answer your questions and she enjoys showing you photos and videos of your puppy. She cares greatly about placing her puppies with good owners. We enjoyed the whole experience working with Shawna!!
