![]() ![]() Was it because of poor breeding or nature’s way? We’ll never know. Emily only lived seven years because she developed a digestive disease. Many puppies from that breeder died soon after they came home. We also found out that we were the lucky ones. We thought she was sweet and adorable, and she instantly won our hearts. But Emily cost $400 because she had a strong overbite and they said no one else wanted her. This breeder was selling dachshunds for $800. It’s no wonder Emily was so submissive and intimidated when we got her! Apparently they were keeping five or six dogs per crate, and stacking crates on top of each other. When we went to look at Emily, they wouldn’t let us out back to see the dogs and now I know why. Later we learned from news articles that the breeder was running a puppy mill. We bought our dachshund Emily from a different breeder. We paid $250 for her from a family, and we met all of Cocoa’s dachshund relatives that still lived on the farm. She was healthy and active, and her temperament is still brave and curious to this day. Our dachshund Cocoa was born on a farm in Georgia and was allowed to run free before we got her. Our experience with two breeders was totally different. You need to determine which is the best option for you. Since then my allergies have improved and we’ve also adopted a spaniel mix from a rescue agency. ![]() We bought both of our dachshunds from breeders because I have allergies to some dogs and wanted to be sure I wouldn’t have to give them away due to an allergic reaction. But sometimes breeders are running “puppy mills” and the dogs are treated cruelly. Many of them care for their dogs and want them to find good homes. You have to do careful research before you purchase from a breeder. In general people say you shouldn’t buy puppies from a pet store. ![]() They often place ads for upcoming litters on their websites or on websites like Craig’s List. Prices usually range from around $300 to $1,200 each. There are many dachshund breeders selling puppies. I've outlined what to look for in either case below. And mostly when they adopt it's an adult. But most of the time when people buy a weiner dog, it's a puppy. You can buy or adopt a dachshund puppy or an adult.
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