Toddy Kennels
- Ecru, MS
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Meri-Claire T., the breeder behind Toddy Kennels located in Ecru, 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.
Clove
ReservedFemale
Cinnamon
ReservedFemale
Spirit
Went homeMale
Trinity
Went homeFemale
Cross
Went homeMale
Glory
Went homeFemale
Miles
ReservedMale
Stan
ReservedMale
Dorothy (Golden Girls Theme)
ReservedFemale
Theodore
ReservedMale
Alvin
ReservedMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
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, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Meri-Claire partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“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
- AKC registration
- 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 Ecru, 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 about 4 years
Meri-Claire was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
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
Raven, mom
Dachshund
About Raven
Raven is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Meri-Claire decided to make her part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Pepper, mom
Dachshund
About Pepper
Pepper is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Meri-Claire decided to make her part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Trixi, mom
Dachshund
About Trixi
Trixi is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Meri-Claire decided to make her part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Draco, dad
Dachshund
About Draco
This adventurous dude is so full of life! He might be a short but he thinks he’s tall! He loves to run and play and dig in the mud (hence his dirty face). He’s the sweetest boy and a great dog
Bloom, mom
Dachshund
About Bloom
Bloom is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Meri-Claire decided to make her part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Maggie, mom
Dachshund
About Maggie
Maggie is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Meri-Claire decided to make her part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Lady, mom
Dachshund
About Lady
Lady is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Meri-Claire decided to make her part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Dipper, dad
Dachshund
About Dipper
Dipper is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Meri-Claire decided to make him part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.Pluto, dad
Dachshund
About Pluto
Pluto is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Meri-Claire decided to make him part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.Sunni, mom
Dachshund
About Sunni
Sunni is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Meri-Claire decided to make her part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Rover, dad
Dachshund
About Rover
Rover is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Meri-Claire decided to make him part of their program. Meri-Claire 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.
Zodi, mom
Dachshund
About Zodi
Zodi is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Meri-Claire decided to make her part of their program. Meri-Claire 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
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!
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!
Haley S.
Verified owner · Feb. 2025
Meri-Claire was a great communicator through the whole process & even after we picked up our puppy!!
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!
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!
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!!
