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  • Roxanne D.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    First and far most, Rochelle is the most amazing breeder a person could hope to work with when making such an important decision to had a precious puppy to your family....

    Raised by Rochelle C.

    of Cooley's Cuddle Pups

    Jenny G.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Anastasia is very knowledgeable about the breed, and her dogs and puppies are well cared for. She was able to match me to a puppy with my preferred temperament to fit with my existing pack. When...

    Raised by Anastasia A.

    of It is Corgiland

    Philip H.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Morgan was very kind and helpful when we had a death in the family at the time we were to meet her to pick up our puppy, Clover. We were able to pick up Clover a day earlier and at a much more...

    Amit C.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    First of all, April and Kylah are amazing! They are always available, reliable, and most importantly, patient and supportive with all of my random questions....

    Raised by April & Kylah B.

    of Clinch Mountain Dachshunds

    Edwin M.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Caleb was great to work with. Any questions that we had he is quick to respond and very knowledgeable. He was also patient and flexible for our pick up date. Our puppy is very loving and friendly...

    Raised by Caleb B.

    of Barajas Family Ranch

    Shannon W.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    We had an amazing experience working with Tiffany (River Bend Westies)! From the very beginning, she was friendly, knowledgeable, and communicated with us every step of the way. She sent regular...

    Raised by Tiffany A.

    of Rivers Bend Westies

    Pete C.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    We absolutely loved working with Tona. We love Pecos who we renamed Ozzy. He’s a beautiful baby and has the best personality. Tona is very knowledgeable and so helpful. We highly recommend her.

    Raised by Tona B.

    of The Barefield Doxies

    Izzy J.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Alicia responded very quickly and answered all of the questions we had. We had a great experience with Alicia and are beyond happy with Alicia from Huddleston Farm!

    Raised by Alicia H.

    of Huddleston Farm

    Mike C.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    I recently lost my best friend for 13 years, a female imperial who followed me everywhere. Our house never felt empty as she eagerly awaited our return. The day after I lost Lexie, I came across a...

    Raised by Susan G.

    of Top Hats 2 Shih Tzu’s

    Aubree L.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    This was the easiest and best experience I could’ve had! Victoria is so awesome and I honestly might put her down as my emergency contact because she responds that quickly. She will answer all your...

    Raised by Victoria A.

    of Willow Creek Farms

  • Michele P.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    The process was very smooth. The puppy (Chloe) is so happy and never afraid. I can tell she comes from a loving home and was properly socialized. She fits right in with our family. I'm so glad we...

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    Raised by Christina S.

    of Poodles by CNC

    Val L.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    The entire process of finding about and getting my new puppy from Deb was absolutely stellar! The process was so incredibly smooth and she is so knowledgeable and experienced in breeding and raising...

    Raised by Deb M.

    of Long'd Fore Dachshunds

    Brant K.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    I have worked with many breeders over the years and Tamara was the best. She was responsive and helpful throughout the process. Every question was answered and she delivered a happy, healthy puppy. I...

    Raised by Tamara B.

    of Rustic Lace

    AZ

    Anna Z.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Ginger is the best. We never bought a dod from a breeder before. I always have a lot of questions and Ginger always got back to me promptly. She is very pleasant and knowledgable. She kept us included...

    Raised by Ginger S.

    of Dashing Doxies

    Melanie T.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Shawn was fantastic to work with from the start. He answered all of my questions thoughtfully and trust me I had a lot! He sent pictures and video updates weekly and helped us stay informed about our...

    Sergio V.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    I had an amazing experience talking and getting my puppy with Antoinette. Antoinette is helpful and always helped us with our concerns. We are super excited to have our puppy Eevee around and watch...

    Raised by Antoinette F.

    of Beautiful Doxies

    Kameron S.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Working with William's Dachshunds was a delightful experience. My husband and I have two dogs, but this is our first puppy! William was responsive and so helpful, sending us pictures regularly and...

    Raised by William M.

    of William's Dachshunds

    Amy R.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Crystal and Raymond were so easy to work with. I was able to go and meet Athena, now Reba James before we officially took her home. They sent ultrasound photos along the way, answered all of my...

    Raised by Crystal & Raymond C.

    of Miller Australian Cattle Dogs

    Sherrie H.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    It’s such a joy having my new puppy Nalah in my life she’s very sweet and in very good health Maridee was very nice and easy to work with thank you again for my little baby girl Nalah

    Raised by Maridee G.

    of Maridee’s ShihTzu

    Debbie N.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Stargazer Cavaliers and Kelli are phenomenal! From the first contact to me bringing home my boy Bennie it was fantastic! She is so passionate and educated about her Cavalier puppies.! Stayed in...

    Raised by Kelli T.

    of STARGAZER CAVALIERS

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