I'm Kristi G., the breeder behind Sunflower Dachshunds located in Ada, MI. My dogs are, first and foremost, family companions. I am dedicated to creating an environment where my dogs are safe, healthy, happy, and loved. I aim to provide happy, healthy, and well-socialized puppies for others to welcome into their family. I love my pups and know you will love them, too!
Q. & A. with Kristi
Why did you start breeding?
This dream started over ten years ago with lots of research and building relationships with excellent breeders. It is extremely important to me that I am always learning and trying to improve my breeding program and lines. This helps me provide the best possible experience for my dogs, puppies, and their future homes.
What makes your program special?
My puppies are the top priority. I take the greatest care in ensuring each one gets special, individual attention every day. Their environment is clean, safe, and full of proper stimuli so they will thrive in their new homes. It would be an honor and a joy to introduce you to your newest family companion.
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 colors in your program?
Our puppies include cream, brindle, 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.
Papaya
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kristi
Kristi 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 $2,200 - $3,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All puppies are sold on a pet contract.
. The $300 non-refundable deposit is to join the waitlist. It is transferrable to future litters.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristi 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 Kristi 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 Kristi directly.
Sunflower 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
Kristi G.
Program update on 20 Dec. 2024 •
Available male!
Parent dogs
Pickle, mom
Dachshund
About Pickle
Pickle is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristi decided to make her part of their program. Kristi 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.
BB, mom
Dachshund
About BB
BB is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristi decided to make her part of their program. Kristi 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.
Peach Pie, mom
Dachshund
About Peach Pie
Peach Pie is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristi decided to make her part of their program. Kristi 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.
Duncan, dad
Dachshund
About Duncan
Duncan is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristi decided to make him part of their program. Kristi 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Sunflower 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.
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.
Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile, 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).