I'm MARK F., the breeder behind Valentina's mini AKC Dachshunds located in Sacramento, CA. We are proud to offer our beautiful puppies to loving homes! Our dogs are healthy and have great temperaments. We are a small, in-home breeding program where we prioritize giving each dog and puppy the best care that we can . We're excited to see our pups grow up and thrive in their forever homes!
Q. & A. with MARK
What makes your program special?
we are picking out best breeding pairs after many years
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 longhaired and smooth coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include piebald, fawn (isabella) and cream, black and tan, and dapple. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from MARK
MARK 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC registration ,first round of vaccinations , deworming, and puppy socialization. Puppy pack-with food, toys, a blanket. ”
Contract & health guarantee
MARK 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 MARK 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 MARK directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from MARK.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Sacramento, CA
2347 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
2349 miles away
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Meet in Reno, NV
2243 miles away
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More about MARK
MARK has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months
MARK was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
MARK is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Valentina's mini AKC 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
Parent dogs
Sophie, mom
Dachshund
About Sophie
Sophie is a female Dachshund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, MARK decided to make her part of their program. MARK 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.
Charlie AKC, dad
Dachshund
About Charlie AKC
Very sweet boy, very friendly. Loves to play with his toys. Happy little fella! Very smart ! Social. Loves little kids.
Bella AKC, mom
Dachshund
About Bella AKC
She is so princess! So smart! intelligent, and elegant. Loves to hunt! excellent mommy . Very social. Loves kids. Loves to play with other animas - our home cat.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Valentina's mini AKC 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.
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).