Mini Dachshund puppies for sale in Miami

Dachshunds were bred in Germany to track and dig out badgers, and that history still shows. A Mini Dachshund is brave, curious, and sure of itself, packed into a dog that weighs about 11 pounds or less. They are clever, playful, and very funny, and most of them bond closely with their people. Many pick a favorite person and follow them from room to room.

That hunting background also means a strong nose, a love of digging, and a loud, alert bark. Doxies notice everything: the mail carrier, a lizard on the patio, a neighbor in the hallway. They can be wary of strangers at first, so early, positive socialization helps them grow into confident, friendly adults.

They are also known for being independent thinkers. That is not the same as being hard to love. It just means training works best when it is short, fun, and full of rewards.

This is general information, not veterinary advice. Always talk to your own veterinarian about your dog.

Back problems (IVDD). The biggest health concern in Dachshunds is intervertebral disc disease, or IVDD. Their long back and short legs come from a type of dwarfism that also makes the discs in the spine age early. A disc can bulge or rupture and press on the spinal cord, causing pain or even paralysis. You cannot remove the risk, but you can lower it:

• Keep your dog at a healthy, lean weight
• Use ramps or pet steps for couches, beds, and car seats
• Discourage jumping on and off furniture
• Carry stairs for your dog when you can, and avoid long flights
• Pick up your Doxie with one hand under the chest and one under the rear, keeping the back level
• Use a harness instead of a collar for walks

Other issues to know about. Dachshunds can also have dental disease (small mouths crowd teeth), obesity, eye conditions such as progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), luxating patellas (slipping kneecaps), and some skin problems.

Ask about the parents. Before you buy, ask what health testing was done on the parents. Good questions include eye exams by a veterinary ophthalmologist, a DNA test for the cord1 form of PRA, kneecap checks, and whether any close relatives had back problems. Also ask for the puppy's vet records and vaccine history.

Heat and humidity. Walk early in the morning and after sunset, and keep midday trips short. Short legs mean your dog is close to the hot ground. Test pavement with the back of your hand for 7 seconds. If it is too hot for you, it is too hot for paws. Bring water, look for shade, and never leave your dog in a car, even for a few minutes.

Condo living. Doxies do well in condos, but stairs and high furniture are hard on their backs. Use the elevator when you can, carry your dog on stairs, and add ramps to the couch and bed.

For the Miami basics every dog owner needs, like hot pavement, parked cars, year-round parasites, cane toads and hurricane prep, see our Miami puppy care guide.

Mini Dachshunds come in many colors, including red, cream, black and tan, chocolate and tan, blue and tan, and wild boar. Patterns include dapple, brindle, sable, and piebald.

Dapple is the Dachshund name for merle, a pattern of lighter patches mixed with the base color, sometimes with blue or partly blue eyes. It is beautiful, but dapple should never be bred to dapple. Puppies from two dapple parents can be double dapples, which have a high risk of deafness, blindness, and eye defects. Always ask about both parents' colors.

Your first week checklist:

• Get supplies ready: crate, bed, harness and leash, food and water bowls, puppy food, chew toys, and ramps or pet steps
• Book a first vet visit within a few days of bringing your puppy home
• Bring the vaccine records, since the puppy vaccine schedule continues for several more weeks
• Start a crate and potty routine on day one, with trips outside after meals, naps, and play
• Begin gentle socialization with new people, sounds, and places, keeping it short and positive
• Teach everyone in the home how to pick up and hold a Dachshund safely

• Meet them first Visit our boutique at 7272 SW 8th Street on Calle Ocho in Miami, open daily 11am to 7pm, or ask about a private showing.
• Reserve with a specialist Tap Reserve on any Mini Dachshund puppy to send a request. A Puppy Era specialist will contact you, and your puppy is reserved once your 30% deposit is received. See how reserving works.
• Pay over time Financing is available through American First Finance or Lending USA. It's a loan, not a lease, so your puppy is yours from day one. Approval and terms are set by the provider. Learn about financing.
• Delivery across the U.S Pick up in Miami, or we can arrange a flight nanny who keeps your puppy with them in the cabin, or ground transport. See delivery options.
• What comes home An official health certificate listing vaccines and dewormers, a microchip, a written notice of your rights under Florida law, a starter kit, and 10 days of food.
• You're protected Florida law covers you for 14 days for illness and 1 year for hereditary conditions. Read our health guarantee.

Raising a puppy in South Florida? Read our Miami puppy care guide. Comparing breeds? You may also like the Chihuahua and Miniature Schnauzer.

Ready to meet one? Ask us about our Mini Dachshund puppies or call 305-933-6634.