The Wienery
- Sterling, IL
Meet the breeder
I'm Tracey T., the breeder behind The Wienery located in Sterling, IL. My love for our dogs pushed me to begin breeding. I love to see the results of our efforts in the sweet, happy, and healthy puppies that we’re able to share with others.
Q. & A. with Tracey
Why did you start breeding?
I have 2 females in my program. I also have a male that is neutered. I co-own 3 studs that reside outside my home.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 have longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include piebald, red, chocolate, brindle, chocolate and tan, black and tan, 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.
Dolly
Went homeFemale
Savannah
Went homeFemale
Sunnie
Went homeFemale
The Spice Girls
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Tracey
Tracey 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $800 - $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes deposit (at 2 weeks or thereafter) deworming, 1st set of puppy vaccines, microchipped, vet check w/verification of health, ENS training & a welcome home basket sent home on Gotcha Day 😊. The $200 deposit goes towards the price of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tracey 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 Tracey 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 Tracey 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tracey.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Sterling, IL
4407 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago Rockford Airport (was Northwest Chicagoland Airport at Rockford)
4365 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Tracey can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Tracey
Tracey has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Tracey was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Tracey is a trusted Good Dog breeder
The Wienery 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
Frannie, mom
Dachshund
About Frannie
Frannie is unregistered, however at the age of one years old the puppies can be registered through CKC. All her puppies are PET ONLY unless breeding rights are discussed & approved. The SIRE Chance is registered CKC.
Andie Faye, mom
Dachshund
About Andie Faye
Andie Faye is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tracey decided to make her part of their program. Tracey 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
The Wienery 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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 1 (PRA-crd1)
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 Tracey to bring home their puppies.
Halle G.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
Tracey is wonderful. She truly cares about each dog she breeds. If we get another dachshund it will be from her. Tank is the sweetest little guy. Tracey was very responsive and answered all my questions. She has been so helpful through the whole process.
