I'm Lyndsey H., the breeder behind Ruff Life Dachshunds located in Stockton, CA. We adore Dachshunds. Our dogs have enriched our lives in ways we never imagined, and we are so happy to be able to share the wonderful qualities of the breed with others. Owning a Dachshund is a beautiful experience, and it would be our honor to connect you with the perfect new addition to your family.
Q. & A. with Lyndsey
What makes your program special?
My puppies are part of the family. We have a room on the bottom floor of our home just for our whelping mothers and puppies. They are well socialized with humans and dogs, I do sound exposure, so they do not come to new homes timid or fearful of people. I am working on learning how to potty train. And all of our pups come with a lifetime genetic health guarantee.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include miniature and standard sizes. 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 chocolate, chocolate and tan, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Lyndsey
Lyndsey 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 deposit and between $2,400 - $2,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes Vet exam, initial puppy vaccinations, deworming, and a copy for your records. Detailed explanation of contract, a valuable puppy pack and a lifetime relationship with breeder. Once pups are born and thriving you can choose your puppy either via video, picture, and/or physical in home visit. Once pup is chosen I will send you an application for your pup, if you qualify I will hold pup with your deposit. The deposit amount will be subtracted from the purchase price!”
Contract & health guarantee
Lyndsey 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 Lyndsey 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 Lyndsey directly.
Ruff Life 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Ruff Life 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.
PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 1 (PRA-crd1), Full Embark 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).