I'm Shannon G., the breeder behind Rolling and Howling Basset Hounds and Dachshunds located in Waukegan, IL. We love our dogs and our role as breeders, and we strive to make each of our puppies a great contribution to its forever home. Our priorities when breeding are health, temperament, structure, and type. We take pride in our puppies and our program, and it would be our pleasure to introduce you to your next beloved companion.
Q. & A. with Shannon
Why did you start breeding?
We decided to start a breeding program because of our passion for these dogs. We have loved the entire process and are so glad to be able to provide other families and individuals with puppies that will bring tons of love and joy into their lives.
What makes your program special?
We are passionate about Dachshunds and Basset Hounds, and our love for these dogs shines through in every aspect of our breeding program. All of our dogs and puppies are bred, raised, and loved indoors to produce happy, healthy pets who are great companions for individuals and families alike.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Dachshund puppies include black and black and tan. Basset Hound puppies are black brown and white. 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.
Purple Girl 1 European
Went home
Female
Blue boy 1 European
Went home
Male
Red Boy 3 European
Went home
Male
Black Boy 2 European
Went home
Male
Green boy Euro
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 1 LH Miniature
Went home
Female
Girl 3 LH Miniature
Went home
Female
Boy 3 LH Miniature
Went home
Male
Boy 4 LH Miniature
Went home
Male
Girl 2 LH Miniature
Went home
Female
Boy 2 LH Miniature
Went home
Male
Boy 1 LH Miniature
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Black/Cream /brindle LH
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Shannon
Shannon 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 non-refundable deposit and between $2,700 - $3,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee AKC registration first round of shots deworming puppy socialization and a gift bag. Deposit is to hold your puppy
The $300 deposit is nonrefundable
Total price is $3009 to $3500 Limited AKC or full AKC available.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shannon 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 Shannon 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 Shannon directly.
Rolling and Howling Basset Hounds and 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
All breeds
Dachshund
Basset Hound
Mickey, dad
Dachshund
About Mickey
Mickey is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
Daisy, mom
Dachshund
About Daisy
Daisy is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Freddie, dad
Basset Hound
About Freddie
Freddie is a male Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
LuLu, mom
Basset Hound
About LuLu
LuLu is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Minnie, mom
Dachshund
About Minnie
Minnie is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Shannon to bring home their puppies.
Farrell S.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
I’m so happy to have this mini Doxie! Her name is LuLu. Best part of choosing her, was she chose me! She came to sit with me along with her sister, she stayed cozied up with me while I was there. We bonded immediately once we were home!
Shannon was great, flexible and available for questions.
SB
Steve B.
Verified owner · June 2022
Fantastic experience. Great family and a great puppy.
steve