Willow Tree Dachshunds

Katie L.

Breeder of Dachshunds

  • Batesville, AR
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Katie L., the breeder behind Willow Tree Dachshunds located in Batesville, AR. We are a small, family-run breeding program focusing on quality care and good health. Our puppies will be the perfect loving and loyal companions!

Q. & A. with Katie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My sister-in-law is a dog breeder and i wanted my daughter to experience the fun of loving on and taking care of puppies. It's hard work to take care of them, but i enjoy the adventure and fulfillment of matching people to my little puppies.
  • What makes your program special?

    I provide my dogs and puppies with as much love and care as i can. I also am good at communicating with buyers and answering any questions they have.
  • 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 cream, fawn (isabella), black and cream, chocolate and cream, chocolate and tan, 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.

Getting a puppy from Katie

Katie 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 $400 deposit and between $1,100 - $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.

“The price includes the guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, the cost of puppy upkeep, and puppy socialization. match to puppy - $400 (waitlist fee adds to deposit) cancellation after match - $200 will be withheld from refund for relocation expenses.”

Contract & health guarantee

Katie 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 Katie 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 Katie 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • 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
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Batesville, AR

809 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Memphis Airport

742 miles away

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Meet in Memphis, TN

743 miles away

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More about Katie

  • Katie has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Katie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Katie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Willow Tree 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Willow Tree 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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4)

    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 Katie to bring home their puppies.

  • RN

    Raena N.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    Katie was amazing throughout the entire experience! Always willing to answer all my questions and provide any information I was seeking.

    Cindy B.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2024

    Always answered my inquires and sent pictures. Very happy with my JJ.

  • VW

    Valarie W.

    Verified owner · May 2024

    We were very happy with our experience with Katie! She answered any questions we had and was very flexible and accommodating with my husband and I for pick up or our Lucy! We drove all the way from NY to pick up Lucy and are so glad we made the decision to go with Willow Tree. Thank you Katie!! 🐾💕🐾

Photos

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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