Turners Chihuahua

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Rhonda T.

Breeder of Chihuahuas

  • Knoxville, TN
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Rhonda T., the breeder behind Turners Chihuahua located in Knoxville, TN. We do our best to socialize and acclimate each litter so we’re able to offer all-around healthy and well-mannered puppies! We started breeding with the simple mission to breed the very best dogs that we can, to raise them with love, and to find them the perfect future homes.

Q. & A. with Rhonda

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Just for fun, due to absolute love of the breed. My deer head Chihuahuas are well tempered and family friendly, however keep in mind that Chihuahuas do not typically care for very young children do to fear because of thier small size. They do not usually trust children under 5 because young children move to fast and irrationally and they fear them.

  • What makes your program special?

    I raise them in a family setting and expose them to other people and other pets so they are not nervous or afraid of being in public. I also expose them to sounds, so they don't bark at every thing. I potty train them to puppy pads starting from when they are old enough to walk around good as they will not potty near where they sleep. I also crate train them so if they owner works and needs to crate them while at work, they don't have a screaming puppy. They are already use to it. I also keep them until they are 8 to 10 weeks old to insure great health and they are completely weaned from mom and independent. They all have thier own little personality and I can tell you anything you need to know about them. I also take videos of them every week so you can see thier true personality.

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies have smooth coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include merle and chocolate brindled fawn. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Rhonda

Rhonda 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, Rhonda partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We send videos so you can see temperaments and activity level of each pup and keep you updated along the way. All my puppies have had wonderful temperaments as both the parents do. We also socialize them ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes first shots Health certificate, some pet supply's and Registration certificate. I will also be including an Embark DNA test result. The deposit is only to hold the pup until you are able to pick them up.”

Contract & health guarantee

Rhonda 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 Rhonda 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 Rhonda 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
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rhonda.

Breeder's location

Meet in Knoxville, TN

412 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport

421 miles away

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More about Rhonda

  • Rhonda has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Rhonda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Rhonda’s links

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Rhonda is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Turners Chihuahua 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Turners Chihuahua 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 Chihuahuas.

  • DNA Disease Panel, DNA Profile

    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 Rhonda to bring home their puppies.

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    Tabitha V.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    Rhonda was wonderful to work with through the entire process. She responded to all of my questions within 24 hours. She sent multiple videos and updates weekly about the puppies growth and development. My puppy is well socialized with people and other animals, almost pee pad trained, loving, playful, and intelligent. Rhonda sent a care package of food, treats, blanket with mother and siblings scent, and shot records and documentation on registration. We had the best experience and highly recommend finding your new puppy with Rhonda!

    Jill C.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    Rhonda was so responsive and knowledgeable about the breed. You can tell they really care about their dogs. She regularly sent me updates and pictures. A pleasant and wonderful experience with Rhonda.🐶

  • Maria G.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    Rhonda was so helpful and supportive when I started looking for a Chihuahua. First of all, she’s very reasonable in her prices, but her babies are beautiful. I have a little lavender with white. We quickly named her Peggy and Rhonda went by that name too. She gave me all kinds of helpful tips and Peggy was already potty trained to pee pads and she hasn’t had one accident since we got her home. Since we live close, I even got to go over and visit her one day. It was wonderful. She gave a sweet little gift of some helpful things for Peggy. Peggy has been so great. she’s very social. She loves to play. She has her own little personality and attitude, which I was already told by Rhonda what she was like and she really is like that. It was wonderful to get a dog from Rhonda.

    Scott K.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    The whole experience was perfect and my pup has settled in and doing great with us. She is so full of energy and laugh at her a lot when we are playing. Love her to death would recomend the turners and their breads to anyone. Thanks for all you did to make this happen

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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