I'm Topsana S., the breeder behind Upper Pack River Mini Dachshunds located in Sandpoint, ID. We are dedicated to providing athletic, loving, well-rounded dachshunds to those looking to start or expand their family. Although I had a variety of dogs growing up, dachshunds have personalities larger than life, and I want to provide them to loving homes.
Q. & A. with Topsana
Why did you start breeding?
We started breeding because we absolutely adore everything about mini dachshunds and want to share their larger than life personalities with others. All of our dogs are health and genetically tested, and our dogs are cherished members of our family.
What makes your program special?
We want to be more than just a provider of top-quality puppies; we are dedicated to the health of our dogs and to the families who purchase our puppies. Our dachshunds are more than just dogs, they are treasured and loved members of our family - we hope they will be for you as well!
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 red, chocolate and cream, black and cream, and dapple. 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.
Pinto
Went home
Female
Bessie
Went home
Female
Cocoa
Went home
Female
Boba
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Topsana
Topsana 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 $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“With much consideration, we believe our puppies are priced fairly and reasonably. We do not breed these dogs for the money - but because we love them and offer ethical, responsibly bred puppies.”
Contract & health guarantee
Topsana 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 Topsana 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 Topsana directly.
Upper Pack River Mini Dachshunds 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
Topsana S.
Litter update on 06 Sept. •
Healthy little pumpkins all doing well ❤️
Boone and Fig's litter
Topsana S.
Program update on 03 Sept. •
Although all of our puppies are marked as reserved, only 2 are truly unavailable. We work differently than most breeders where we are only taking 4 deposits (1 for each puppy) and will be holding off on the selection process until the puppies are 3 weeks old. This allows us to properly match you with not only the coloring but the personality of the puppy as well.
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Topsana S.
Litter update on 29 Aug. •
4 little ones☺️
Boone and Fig's litter
Topsana S.
Program update on 25 Aug. •
Settling into her whelping area 🤍
Topsana S.
Program update on 23 Aug. •
Only one week left for Ms Fig 🐾
Parent dogs
Fig, mom
Dachshund
About Fig
Fig is a female Dachshund about 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Topsana decided to make her part of their program. Topsana 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.
Boone, dad
Dachshund
About Boone
Boone is a male Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Topsana decided to make him part of their program. Topsana 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
Upper Pack River Mini Dachshunds 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.