Toddy Kennels

Meri-Claire T.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Pontotoc, MS
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Glory

Ready May 12

6 days old · Female

Cross

Ready May 12

6 days old · Male

Trinity

Ready May 12

6 days old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Meri-Claire T., the breeder behind Toddy Kennels located in Pontotoc, MS. We decided to start breeding to share the best possible puppies with excellent personalities, temperament, and most of all health! We raise our dogs in our home right alongside our family. We love being able to match our puppies with families that are the perfect fit for their personalities.

Q. & A. with Meri-Claire

  • What makes your program special?

    Our pups are very spoiled and treated like family! They occasionally enjoy a pup cup from Starbucks and play time at the doggy park if they are not cuddled with mom or dad on the couch!
  • 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 and red. 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.

Getting a puppy from Meri-Claire

Meri-Claire 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Meri-Claire partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"The price includes registration (akc or ckc), proper shots & deworming, puppy culture, & goody bags. deposit is to be on waitlist & hold puppy of choice & subtracted from total."

Contract & health guarantee

Meri-Claire 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 Meri-Claire 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 Meri-Claire 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
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Meri-Claire.

Breeder's location

Meet in Pontotoc, MS

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Memphis Airport


Flexible meeting point

Meri-Claire can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Meri-Claire

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Ckc, AKC Breeder of Merit, Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Meri-Claire has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Meri-Claire was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Meri-Claire’s links

Meri-Claire is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Toddy Kennels 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Toddy Kennels 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Meri-Claire to bring home their puppies.

  • Melissa T.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    Meri-Claire was absolutely wonderful to work with. She always responded very quickly and went above and beyond throughout the entire process. I was super nervous to trust an app (as I had never went through Gooddog before) but after speaking with her, reading about her family and their breeding business, as well as learning about the health assessments, it put my mind at complete peace. (And she loves Jesus so I know our sweet girl came covered in prayers💕) We drove from Va to MS for our little forever puppy. She was clean, in good health, and was absolutely beautiful. I can’t recommend this family enough! Thank you Meri-Claire for being the best! If I ever get a second pup, I will be sure to give you a call!

    Alex K.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Meri-Claire was amazing to work with during the process of adopting our puppy! My husband and I are first time dog owners and had many questions throughout the process that she happily answered. She kept us up to date with photos and videos until we were able to pick her up. Her and her husband were very knowledgeable about the breed and made the transition very smooth! We are so happy with our dog Boots! She is cuddly, sweet, and has such a fun personality!

    Darrell L.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    "Meri-Claire was so responsive and knowledgeable about the breed. You can tell they really care about their dogs. She communicated immediately and answered any question I had. We LOVE our new little man and he along with the entire experience has exceeded all expectations. Highly recommend Meri-Claire and her husband!

    Angelique S.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    I couldn’t be happier with Charlie! He is such a sweet boy with an incredible disposition, intelligence, and a true cuddle bug. His coat is beautiful and everyone comments on his markings. Meri-Claire and her husband Caleb were a pleasure to work with, are very responsive, and truly care about their puppies. Meri-Claire sent me photos of Charlie along the way until I could pick him up. When I showed Charlie to one of my colleagues they immediately asked for Meri-Claire’s information as they are interested in connecting about a puppy. I highly recommend Toddy Kennels!

    Haley S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    Meri-Claire was a great communicator through the whole process & even after we picked up our puppy!!

    Katherine B.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2024

    Meri-Claire was amazing! She was so quick to respond and made the whole process super easy! She really knew a lot about the breed and I could tell she really cared about her dogs. My experience with her was fabulous and I highly recommend anyone to use her! We are over the moon obsessed with our sweet new puppy:) she was super helpful with everything and very kind. Will definitely be using her from now on. Thanks!!


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