Southbound Kennel

Riley S.

Breeder of Dachshunds and Poodles

  • Leoma, TN
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Usher (Teal)

Ready now

10 weeks old · Male

Upcoming litters

Wilson
Daisy

Expected Dachshund litter

Due Jan. 2026

Ready Mar. 12, 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Riley S., the breeder behind Southbound Kennel located in Leoma, TN. At Southbound Kennels we are proud to offer our high-quality puppies to loving homes. We are very experienced with both Dachshunds and Poodles and are careful to breed and raise our pups with only the best policies. The quality of our puppies reflects the conscious decisions we make throughout every part of the breeding process.

Q. & A. with Riley

  • What makes your program special?

    We are committed to staying connected to our puppy families throughout their lifetimes to ensure they never feel alone and can raise their new, furry companion with confidence and joy.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Dachshund puppies include miniature and standard sizes. Poodle puppies include toy and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our Dachshund puppies include longhaired and smooth coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Dachshund puppies include sable, red, chocolate and tan, black and tan, and dapple. Poodle puppies include apricot, black, brown, cafe au lait, cream, silver, white, parti, and phantom. 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.

Getting a puppy from Riley

Riley 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 $1,200 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Deposits goes toward the puppy price and are NOT refundable unless puppy dies or have a life threatening health condition in my care. Otherwise deposits are 100% not refundable.”

Contract & health guarantee

Riley 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 Riley 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 Riley 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Leoma, TN

4645 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)

4571 miles away

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More about Riley

  • Club memberships

    Riley is a member of decatur Kennel Club and Huntsville obedience club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Riley has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years

    Riley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Riley’s links

Riley is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Southbound Kennel 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

All breeds

Dachshund

Poodle

Parent health testing

Dachshund

Miniature Poodle

Toy Poodle

Southbound Kennel 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.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (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.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Riley to bring home their puppies.

  • Deliah G.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Riley Story from Sounthbound Kennel was very knowledgeable and professional through the adoption process of my little Solo, a beautiful white Toy Poodle! I am so happy that I listened to my son’s suggestion to find a reputable breeder. That has made all of the difference in knowing that my puppy is healthy and has a great start in life. I am at peace knowing that he has many healthy years ahead of him! Solo is now a big part of our family, and we are so grateful to love him! Thank you to everyone who helped me navigate the process of adopting My Puppy!

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    Olivia E.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    We had an amazing experience with Riley! She was incredibly attentive to our needs both before and after adoption, always quick to answer questions and provide helpful guidance. She’s very knowledgeable about the breed, highly organized, and it’s clear she takes great pride in the dogs she raises. Our puppy is smart, well-socialized, and already potty trained! truly a perfect representation of the breed. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a responsible and caring breeder!

    Rebecca S.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Riley was super great to work with and has picture perfect miniature Dachshunds. She sent us weekly photos of Waylon up until he could come home. My son loved seeing him grow each week. Riley was always responsive and has checked in on our new baby multiple times since we’ve had him home. Waylon is the cutest. He loves to play and cuddle up to sleep. He is super smart. It’s been less than a week with him and he already understands ‘no bite’ and is pretty good at going potty on his grass pad :). Super happy with our experience bringing Waylon home. Highly recommend Southbound Kennel.

  • Krista B.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    I recently adopted my sweet boy, Rudy from Southbound Kennel through gooddog.com, and I couldn’t be happier with the entire experience! Rudy is a stunning black and tan dachshund with the most handsome features. From the moment I inquired, Southbound made everything seamless and exciting. They sent me weekly photos of him growing up, which helped me feel connected even from afar in Connecticut. I flew down to Nashville to pick him up and stayed at the fabulous Bobby Hotel, a Michelin-recommended, pet-friendly spot that made the trip even more enjoyable. What truly blew me away was that Rudy arrived litter box trained, making the transition at home a breeze. I’m so grateful I chose Southbound Kennel; their care, communication, and dedication to raising healthy, well-adjusted pups shine through. If you’re looking for a breeder who goes above and beyond, I highly recommend them!

    Brett C.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Riley was awesome to work with, very responsive to our messages/texts. We had lost a special member of our family and Riley helped us fill that void with Amos. He is absolutely precious and had no fear when he met his new older sisters. Great temperament and so beautiful - can't wait to see him grow into a big boy. One day later the dogs are all laying and playing together like they've known each other for a long time. We picked up Amos at 8 weeks old and he even came trained to potty in a litter tray filled with pine pellets. That will aid in house training. Thank you again Riley!!

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    Fran K.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    Riley was a joy to work with. Very responsive and knowledgeable about all things Dachshund. Our boy Jack is well rounded and has fit right in our home because Riley has clearly done some good work here with her litters. Intelligent, playful and very loving. We are very happy with Riley and our new puppy.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.