The Dainty Dachshund
- Missoula, MT
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Gravy
Ready Jan. 22, 2026
1 week old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Heather R., the breeder behind The Dainty Dachshund located in Missoula, MT. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart! We just adore this breed and can't wait to share our love for them with you! We are passionate breeders and are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding practices.
Q. & A. with Heather
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include miniature and standard sizes. 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 piebald, black and tan, 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.
Tater
ReservedMale
Spud
ReservedMale
Mash
ReservedMale
Getting a puppy from Heather
Heather 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 between $900 - $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes, vet check, all vaccines necessary for age of pup, worming, puppy pack and microchipping!”
Contract & health guarantee
Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather 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
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Heather.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Missoula, MT
1912 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Missoula Montana Airport (was Missoula Airport)
1910 miles away
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Meet in Hamilton, MT
1911 miles away
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More about Heather
Heather has been a member of Good Dog for 9 months
Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder
The Dainty Dachshund 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
Dolly, mom
Dachshund
About Dolly
Dolly is our old soul. She is extremely calm and well mannered. She loves her people and loves lounging with us. She has a very hound look and is the perfect standard dachshund.
Dixie, mom
Dachshund
About Dixie
Dixie girl is extremely dainty, and with that comes her big personality! She loves to play and will always be the first to grab a ball for fetch, but will also be the first to jump on the couch for a good snuggle! She also loves smiling at her people!
Bandit, dad
Dachshund
About Bandit
Bandit is extremely gentle natured. He has some of the best qualities and temperaments I’ve seen. He’s the perfect mix of calm and playful. Bandit has never met a single human or dog he hasn’t just adored!
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
The Dainty Dachshund 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).
