I'm Lesley C., the breeder behind Scarletson Dachshunds located in Minnesota. All of our dogs are loved as family members. We cherish our puppies from birth up until they leave our arms to snuggle into yours! We just adore this breed and can't wait to share our love for them with you! We are passionate breeders and are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding practices. We do all that we can to make sure our pups get the best care and go to the best homes!
Q. & A. with Lesley
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, red, and black and cream. 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.
Pumkin'
Went home
Female
Samhain
Went home
Male
Raven
Went home
Female
Poe
Went home
Male
Salem
Went home
Male
Trick
Went home
Male
Jack (o'lantern)
Went home
Male
Morpheus
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Lesley
Lesley 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 deposit and between $1,500 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“They are being sold with a limited AKC registration on a spay/neuter contract. Pups will go home around 9-10 weeks with their first set of shots, dewormed x 3 and will be microchipped. Your puppy will come with a health guarantee, initial socialization and training based on the Breeder's Bootcamp program and ongoing support as your puppy grows. A conditionally refundable deposit of $300 secures you place in the queue with or without gender preference at this time.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lesley 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 Lesley 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 Lesley directly.
Scarletson 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
Lesley C.
Litter update on 22 Aug. •
They’re Here 🥰
Samson and Scarlet's litter
Parent dogs
Scarlet, mom
Dachshund
About Scarlet
Scarlet has a red head personality - spirited and sweet. She is the boss of all the dogs in our home. As a mama she has been a rockstar, attentive and protective currently teaching her pups how to run and play as they chase her hoping to corner her into letting them latch at 7 weeks!
Samson, dad
Dachshund
About Samson
Samson is a sweet cuddly boy with just the right amount of spunk. Loves to snuggle, is proud when he nicks the ball from our golden doodle and gives the best hugs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Scarletson 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.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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).