Shoebox Doxie’s

Cathy S.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Pace, FL
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Max
Buttercup

Expected Dachshund litter

Due Mar. 2026

Ready May 2

Meet the breeder

I'm Cathy S., the breeder behind Shoebox Doxie’s located in Pace, FL. My dogs are all DNA tested and carefully selected to be in my breeding program. I am a strong believer that my dogs are my pets first! I treat them like family and all of our puppies are given lots of love and attention. I work hard at making sure they are very well socialized before going to their new homes. I live in a small town close to the beautiful city of Pensacola FL. All my puppies are AKC registered, dewormed, vet checked and given health certificates before they go to their forever home.

Q. & A. with Cathy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I breed my first dachshunds about 18 years ago and only had 3 litter with my one female and then about 10 years ago I saw the cream dachshunds and started my search for a good breeder. When I found one and got my first cream male the breeder and I became close friend and she became my mentor and helped me to start my own program. I have done all I can to research and make sure that I am improving the breed as I breed my dogs.

  • What makes your program special?

    I have made sure to select the best dogs that I can and fully DNA tested all of them so that I make sure that I am doing the best I can to improve the breed. I have my dog’s vet checked regularly and make sure they are in good health before I ever breed them! All of my dogs are my pets and are never caged. They have the run of the house and fenced in back yard. They are the best bed buddies as well!

  • 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, black and cream, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Cathy

Cathy 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 $1,700 - $3,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All puppies are wormed, have first set of vaccines, have health certificates and AKC papers. Price varies on color and sex of the puppies. The $300 deposit is collected after you pick a puppy so your puppy can be held for you. It is then taken off the price of your puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Cathy 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 Cathy 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 Cathy 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • 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
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Pace, FL

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Pensacola Airport

Meet in Pensacola, FL

More about Cathy

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology).

  • Cathy has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months

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

Cathy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Shoebox Doxie’s 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

Good level

Shoebox Doxie’s 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).

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