Your adopted puppy will come with a goody bag that includes the following: your pup’s medical record, their AKC registration application form, info sheet about dachshunds and training, a small bag of American Journey by Chewy puppy food, puppy pee pads as well as a puppy toy or blanket with mama’s scent. In addition, if you complete the registration for your puppy, AKC offers 30 days of free pet health insurance that you can continue (with a fee) or not

We believe it is very important to begin potty training puppies as early as possible. So that starts with us here at Maplewood Mountain. Once puppies are around 3 weeks of age, beginning to become mobile, and starting to potty on their own (without mom’s help), we begin the training process. Dogs naturally do not want to do their bathroom duties where they sleep so we start by giving them a safe area containing a place to sleep, a place to play, and a place to go potty. Learning that there is a designated area for each of these things right from the start is a concept that they will carry with them after they leave us.

We recommend continuing with a similar setup once your puppy is home, in combination with learning your puppy’s cues. If you see him begin to sniff around or be restless, take him outside (instead of letting him use the pee pads) with a small treat at the ready (cut-up cheese or hot dogs works great!). If he goes potty outside, praise him plenty and give him his treat immediately. In this way, you’ll transition him from the pads to outside in a short period of time.

Not by default, but we are happy to provide breeding rights to responsible breeders at an additional charge. Be sure to let us know as soon as possible that you’re interested in this.

Yes! We offer all new puppies a 1-year health guarantee against any life-threatening genetic defects.

As a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of our puppies and prevent any potential health risks, we do not permit in-person visits for puppy selection. Please be assured that we are dedicated to finding the best possible match between you and your future furry companion. To facilitate this, we’ll make every accommodation that we are safely able to – including video calls, phone calls, pictures, and as much detailed information as possible.

By law, puppies can go to their new homes at 8 weeks old at the earliest. Unfortunately we are unable to make accommodations for requests for puppies to go home sooner than 8 weeks, sorry!

As well as being dewormed at 2,4,6 and 8 weeks our puppies receive their first round of puppy shots which cover Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvo, and Parainfluenza. They are given a full health examination with a from from our vet stating our puppies are in perfect health without any abnormalities. 

Dachshunds can be a bit challenging to train – but not because they aren’t smart. In fact, they’re quite clever. The tricky part is their stubborn streak and independent nature, which comes from their hunting heritage. Originally bred to track and flush out badgers, they were designed to think for themselves, making them more strong-willed than some other breeds.

Tips for success:

Be consistent and patient: They respond well to routine and repetition.

Use positive reinforcement: Treats, praise, and short, fun training sessions work best.

Keep it interesting: They can get bored easily, so mixing up commands and making training feel like a game helps.

Start early: Early socialization and obedience training will pay off.

Despite their stubbornness, Dachshunds are eager to please once they bond with you. With patience and consistency, they can learn plenty of tricks and commands—they just like to do it on their own terms.

Dachshunds have a strong barking instinct that comes from their hunting background – they were bred to alert hunters to burrowed animals, which makes them natural watchdogs.

Tips to manage barking:

Positive reinforcement: Teach a “quiet” command by rewarding them when they stop barking.
Mental and physical stimulation: Regular walks, playtime, and puzzle toys can reduce boredom barking.
Avoid reinforcing the behavior: If they bark for attention, wait for a moment of silence before rewarding them.
Socialization: Exposing them to new sights and sounds helps them become less reactive.

While you can’t completely stop a Dachshund from barking (it’s in their nature!), with training and consistency, you can minimize unnecessary barking and teach them when it’s time to be quiet.

If you want a velcro dog that adores constant attention, a male might be the better fit.
If you prefer a more independent and occasionally feisty companion, a female may be your match.

That said, both sexes make wonderful, loyal pets, and individual personality tends to matter far more than gender.