Serendipitous Dachshunds

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Darlene I.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Los Banos, CA
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Meet the breeder

I'm Darlene I., the breeder behind Serendipitous Dachshunds located in Los Banos, CA. I believe whole heartedly in responsible breeding. The love my family and I have for our dogs is the same kind of love we want for all of our puppies so I strive to find the best furever homes for our four legged fur babies.

Q. & A. with Darlene

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I can’t remember a time growing up where there wasn’t a Dachshund in our home. My parents bred Dachshunds so I was fortunate enough to see them raised and to be around puppies, every kids dream!! Many years later I decided to breed my own dogs only after making sure I learned everything about the breed while obtaining my grooming license. I feel that preserving the breed is so important.

  • What makes your program special?

    I believe whole heartedly in responsible breeding. I strive to find the best furever homes for them. Puppies will go home at 10 wks of age to ensure that they are healthy. They will be vet checked and given their first vaccinations. They will have been exposed to puppy pad training and socialized. Puppies are pet only and limited AKC rights.

  • 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, black 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 Darlene

Darlene 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes first round of vaccinations, deworming. puppy socialization, introduction to puppy pad training, and limited AKC registration guaranteed. Deposit is non refundable and due upon puppy selection.”

Contract & health guarantee

Darlene 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 Darlene 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 Darlene 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
      • Socialized with children
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Darlene.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Los Banos, CA

2342 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Fresno Yosemite Airport

2287 miles away

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Meet in Los Angeles, CA

2270 miles away

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More about Darlene

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Professional Groomer.

  • Darlene has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months

    Darlene was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Darlene’s links

Darlene is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Serendipitous 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Serendipitous 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 Certification (CAER, 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).