Windy Ridge Miniatures

Kat R.

Breeder of Dachshunds

Meet the breeder

I'm Kat R., the breeder behind Windy Ridge Miniatures located in Moreno Valley, CA. I am a passionate Dachshund breeder. I breed to the standard and nothing short of it. The health of my breeding stock and puppies are first and foremost the most important. All of my dogs are OFA and DNA tested. I do everything I can to ensure the puppies have everything they need to develop into healthy and happy dogs.

Q. & A. with Kat

  • Why did you start breeding?

    After raising my kids I got two beautiful German Shepherds. I became interested in breeding and did some research. I knew health was my top priority, but OFA results showed each had one bad hip. Breeding dreams were put on hold until years later. I got a Great Pyrenees as a guardian for the horses. I fell in love with their beauty, independence, and intelligence. I bred Pyrs for years and then Dachshunds.

  • What makes your program special?

    I imported my bitch from the Ukraine, I was drawn to the vivid color, long ears and beautiful eye. I am always looking for ways to improve my program. Early Neurological Stimulation was found to improve cardiovascular performance, promote stronger adrenal glands, make the dogs more tolerant of stress, and have a greater resistance to disease. Puppy parents are in awe of the difference it makes in the pups.

  • 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 and black and tan. 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 Kat

Kat 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 $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"Price includes pre-paid AKC limited registration, AKC Reunite microchip, Vet Check, age appropriate vaccinations, deworming at 2, 4, 6, 8 & 10 weeks, Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), Early Scent Introduction (ESI), and an extensive puppy pack. A $500.00 deposit is required to hold your puppy. Deposits are only accepted after puppy parents are paired with their new family member. As such deposits are non-refundable."

Contract & health guarantee

Kat 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 Kat 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 Kat 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Moreno Valley, CA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Ontario Airport

More about Kat

  • Club memberships

    Kat is a member of Dachshund Club of Santa Ana Valley, Inc, Sierra Dachshund Breeders Club, Dachshund Club of California , and Orange Empire All Breed Dog Club.

  • Kat has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Kat was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Kat is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Windy Ridge Miniatures 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Windy Ridge Miniatures 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.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, 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 (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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)

    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.

  • PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Profile, Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Full Embark Panel, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 1 (NCL1), Dachshund Type, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 3 (PRA-crd3)

    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).

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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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