I'm Lauren T., the breeder behind Steadfast Chihuahua’s located in Charlevoix, MI. We started breeding with the simple mission to breed the very best dogs that we can, to raise them with love, and to find them the perfect future homes. We do our best to socialize and acclimate each litter so we’re able to offer all-around healthy and well-mannered puppies! We'd be thrilled to connect you with your next best friend!
Q. & A. with Lauren
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Star fox
Went home
Male
Stuart
Went home
Male
Silo
Went home
Female
Peanut
Went home
Female
Tootsie
Went home
Female
Juan
Went home
Male
Cruze
Went home
Male
Birch
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Lauren
Lauren 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 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“AKC registered. All of our adult dogs are health tested! Deposits are collected after approval.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lauren 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 Lauren 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 Lauren directly.
Steadfast Chihuahua’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
Parent dogs
Oreo, mom
Chihuahua
About Oreo
Oreo is a female Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Lauren has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Liberty, mom
Chihuahua
About Liberty
Liberty is a female Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Lauren has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Maverick, dad
Chihuahua
About Maverick
Maverick is 4lbs, AKC registered. Embark tested. All of our breeding adults are checked yearly with our vet. Maverick has a wonderful personality! He is confident and loves meeting new people.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Steadfast Chihuahua’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 Chihuahuas.
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, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Lauren to bring home their puppies.
Dawn B.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
Lauren was great to deal with. She is a very caring breeder