I'm Tessa M., the breeder behind T-Dox Tessa's Dachshunds located in Magnolia, TX. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Q. & A. with Tessa
Why did you start breeding?
I have always loved dogs, and i got into breeding when I was younger, I started with labs and then I got my first dachshund and it was love at first sight. I started learning more about the aspects of breeding and talked to a few people and asked lots of questions and did tons of research and I have been doing it ever since.
What makes your program special?
They are my babies, they get spoiled and loved on all day long, the babies are raised in my living room used to the hustle and bustle of every day life.
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 include smooth and longhaired coat varieties. 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, chocolate, brindle, chocolate and tan, chocolate and cream, black and tan, 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.
Bubbles
Went home
Female
Buttercup
Went home
Female
Blossom
Went home
Female
Freda
Went home
Female
Faye
Went home
Female
Faith
Went home
Female
Dasher
Went home
Male
Eve
Went home
Female
Blitzen
Went home
Male
Cody
Went home
Male
Kane
Went home
Male
Phobe
Went home
Female
Penelope
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Tessa
Tessa 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $1,550 - $1,950 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This includes Registeration papers, puppy pack, etc.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tessa 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 Tessa 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 Tessa directly.
T-Dox Tessa's 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
Parent dogs
Charlotte Grace, mom
Dachshund
About Charlotte Grace
Charlotte Grace is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tessa decided to make her part of their program. Tessa 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.
Gypsy, mom
Dachshund
About Gypsy
Gypsy is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tessa decided to make her part of their program. Tessa 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.
Ella, mom
Dachshund
About Ella
Ella is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tessa decided to make her part of their program. Tessa 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.
Striker, dad
Dachshund
About Striker
Striker is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tessa decided to make him part of their program. Tessa 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
Great level
T-Dox Tessa's 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 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.