FAMILY-RAISED IN HOME · DELIVERED TO TEXAS
Texas has a soft spot for a dog with this much attitude in an 11-pound package. HonestPet pairs Texas families with vetted breeders who raise Miniature Dachshund litters at home, and every puppy arrives vet-checked, microchipped, and delivered free by ground to any Texas address, whether that's a Montrose bungalow, a Frisco two-story, or a place with acreage outside Fredericksburg.
Health-tested parents · 10-year health guarantee · Free ground delivery to Texas.
THE HONESTPET DIFFERENCE
Buying a puppy online takes trust. Here's what you can count on when you work with us.
Dachshunds decide early what counts as a threat, so where they spend their first eight weeks matters. Our breeders raise litters in their living rooms, around kids, kitchen noise, and the UPS truck, which means your puppy arrives with its judgment already calibrated for a Katy cul-de-sac or a Dallas high-rise.
Our breeders begin Early Neurological Stimulation when puppies are three days old and follow Puppy Culture practices until they’re ready to join their new families. Short, gentle daily handling helps puppies become more comfortable with new experiences as they grow.
Most of our puppies’ parents are DNA tested. Each puppy’s listing identifies the DNA testing status of both mom and dad, so you can review this information before choosing your puppy.
We'll tell you which puppy suits your life, even when it isn't the one you clicked on first. A laid-back longhaired pup for a downtown Austin condo, a confident smooth-coat for a San Antonio family with a yard full of kids and a fence line to patrol.
Every puppy comes with a 10-year genetic health guarantee and a digital copy of their vet and vaccine records.
Message our Care360 Team at 10 weeks or 10 years. We stay in touch with our families for the life of the dog.
STATEWIDE DELIVERY
Every HonestPet Dachshund comes from a vetted breeder who raises puppies at home, never a pet store or a broker. Texas is big, so families choose free ground delivery to the door or a flight nanny who carries the puppy in the cabin to the nearest major airport, and a Mini Dachshund rides easily either way.
Texas Triangle metros: Houston · Dallas–Fort Worth · Austin · San Antonio
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We've placed Miniature Dachshunds with families in the Heights, Lakewood, Alamo Heights, and Travis Heights, and in communities like Plano, Southlake, Sugar Land, Pearland, Cedar Park, Boerne, New Braunfels, Lubbock, and El Paso. Wherever you are in Texas, we'll find a route that works.
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AVAILABLE NOW
These puppies are ready to reserve today. Tap any puppy for more photos, a look at their parents, and their go-home date. Listings update the moment a puppy is spoken for, so if one catches your eye, don't wait too long to ask about them.
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Browse all Miniature Dachshund puppies →ABOUT THE BREED
A Miniature Dachshund is 11 pounds or less of badger-hunting confidence. They're loyal, funny, stubborn, and sure they're the biggest dog on the block, and they're just as happy in a Houston apartment as on a Hill Country porch. Smooth coats handle Texas heat best; longhaired and wirehaired pups are fine with a summer clip and an early walk.
Our Miniature Dachshunds finish between 8 and 11 pounds. That's under every apartment weight cap in Texas, small enough for an airline carrier, and light enough to scoop up when the sidewalk hits 120 degrees, which in August it will.
Smooth, longhaired, and wirehaired Dachshunds each have different grooming needs. All shed; choose a coat you can care for rather than expecting a hypoallergenic dog.
Dachshunds can be affectionate family companions. Supervise play with children, teach gentle handling, and support their chest and hindquarters when lifting them to protect their long backs.
Smart and independent, Dachshunds do best with short, consistent training sessions and positive reinforcement. Start early with potty routines and calm responses to hallway noises.
A Mini Dachshund needs two short walks and a good sniff, not a run. In summer, go at dawn and after dark, because a dog this low rides inches above the pavement. Keep them from going down holes in the Hill Country, since a Dachshund will follow a rattlesnake underground on instinct, and watch for fire ant mounds in the yard. For fun, the Buda Wiener Dog Races every April are the state's biggest Dachshund party.
Dachshunds bond closely with their people and enjoy being part of daily life. Build up time alone gradually, and arrange care and walks when you will be away for long stretches.
HOW IT WORKS
Browse available puppies today. Not sure which one? Tell us about your home and lifestyle, and we'll point you in the right direction.
Call, text, or email us using the contact details below. We'll set up a video call so you can see your puppy move around and ask anything you want.
A $349 deposit holds your puppy and goes toward the total price.
Choose flight nanny delivery, pickup at the breeder, or ground transport. We'll work out the details with you.
Your puppy arrives as early as 8 weeks old with their digital records, a starter bag of food, and a blanket that smells like their littermates.
GETTING YOUR PUPPY HOME
Most Texas families take free ground delivery straight to the front door. If you'd rather skip the drive, a flight nanny can bring your Dachshund in the cabin to one of ten Texas airports, carrier under the seat. Either way, our team sets the date with you, times summer handoffs for the cooler hours, and sends updates until the puppy is home.
Ground delivery suits Dachshunds. They're den dogs, so a snug crate in an air-conditioned vehicle is where they want to be, and they'll sleep through most of the drive with a few shaded water-and-potty stops. Puppies arrive at your door rather than an airport curb.
Want to meet your puppy first? When the breeder's location and schedule line up, HonestPet can set up an in-person visit before your Dachshund heads to Texas.
A flat $799 to any Texas airport we serve. Your puppy rides in the cabin in a soft carrier at the nanny's feet, never in cargo, so the summer heat embargoes airlines place on checked pets don't come into play. The nanny hands your puppy over at arrivals.
Not sure which option fits? Send us a message and we'll help you sort it out.
HEALTH FIRST
Dachshunds have their own health considerations, especially their long backs. We’re working toward having all of our breeders complete screening relevant to their breed. Testing varies by parent; ask to review available results for the parents of any puppy you’re considering, and talk with your vet about ongoing care.
Ask about the parents’ back-health history and discuss Dachshund spine care with your vet. Keeping your dog lean, using ramps, and limiting jumping can help protect their back; a screening result is not a guarantee against future back problems.
Ask which eye examinations or genetic testing results are available for the parents of your puppy. Results and screening coverage vary by parent, so review the individual records rather than assuming every dog has had the same tests.
Ask about any available veterinary findings for the parents’ knees and movement. Your own vet can check your puppy’s gait and joints and help you choose exercise that suits their short legs and long back.
Review any available heart-screening records with our team and your vet. Parent results vary; ask what was checked, when it was checked, and what the findings mean for the puppy you are considering.
Small dogs need regular dental care. Ask your vet about your puppy’s teeth and bite, and introduce gentle tooth brushing early. Ongoing dental care remains important after the puppy’s first exam.
Each puppy’s listing identifies the DNA testing status of both mom and dad. Ask to review the available parent health and genetic records before reserving a puppy; testing is not identical across every breeder or parent.
Every puppy headed to Texas gets a complete exam from a licensed vet before departure: heart and lungs, eyes, ears, teeth, and skin, plus a careful look at the spine, hips, and gait in a breed built this long and low. The vet issues a health certificate for interstate travel, and the exam goes into the puppy's digital records for your Texas vet.
Each puppy is current on age-appropriate core vaccines and dewormed on a set schedule since their first weeks. Your vet will finish the series, including the rabies shot Texas requires by 4 months, start heartworm prevention since it's a year-round risk here, and walk you through Dachshund back care: keep them lean, add a ramp to the couch, and no jumping off the bed. Every puppy is microchipped, and we'll help you register the chip in your name.
QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Prices vary by puppy. See each available puppy’s listing for the current price, and ask our team to explain the total before reserving. Every puppy comes with a vet exam, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, a microchip, digital records, lifetime training and support, and free ground delivery to your home.
Yes. Free ground delivery to your door is the most popular option. Flight nanny delivery is also available into Dallas–Fort Worth, Love Field, Houston Bush and Hobby, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, Lubbock, Corpus Christi, and McAllen, depending on route and availability, and a Miniature Dachshund puppy fits easily in an in-cabin carrier.
Yes. Smooth, longhaired, and wirehaired Dachshunds all shed, and their grooming needs differ. No dog is fully hypoallergenic. If allergies are a concern, talk with our team about the individual puppy and coat type before deciding.
Miniature Dachshunds weigh 11 pounds or less fully grown. Our Miniature Dachshunds typically finish between 8 and 11 pounds; review the individual puppy’s estimated adult size with our team.
Your puppy comes home with a starter bag of food, a blanket that smells like their littermates, a toy, microchip details, and a digital copy of their vet and vaccine records.
Pick an available puppy then send us an inquiry. After we talk, a $349 deposit holds your puppy. The balance is due before go-home day.
Parent testing varies by breeder and by dog. Review the available DNA testing status and health records for the puppy’s mom and dad with our team. Every puppy receives a veterinary exam, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, and a microchip before going home; your vet can help you plan ongoing Dachshund back and joint care.
Each breeder may have a different preferred puppy food, so we provide the specific brand and formula your puppy is currently eating to help make the transition to your home as smooth as possible. If you decide to switch foods, we recommend transitioning gradually to help avoid digestive upset.
Our puppies go home at 8 weeks old.
Still have questions? See our full FAQ or send us a message.
THE JOURNEY HOME
Texas families usually take free ground delivery to the door. For those who'd rather skip the drive, a flight nanny can fly your Dachshund in the cabin to one of ten Texas airports, carrier under the seat, puppy asleep for most of the flight.
| Where you live | Airport we fly into |
|---|---|
| Dallas, Plano, Frisco, and the northern suburbs | Dallas–Fort Worth International (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL) |
| Fort Worth, Arlington, and Denton | Dallas–Fort Worth International (DFW) |
| Houston, Katy, Sugar Land, and The Woodlands | George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) or William P. Hobby (HOU) |
| Austin, Round Rock, and the Hill Country | Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) |
| San Antonio, Boerne, and South Texas | San Antonio International (SAT) |
| El Paso and Far West Texas | El Paso International (ELP) |
| Lubbock, Amarillo, and the Panhandle | Lubbock Preston Smith International (LBB) |
| Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend | Corpus Christi International (CRP) |
| McAllen, Brownsville, and the Rio Grande Valley | McAllen International (MFE) |
HAPPY FAMILIES
Dachshund people love to talk about their Dachshunds, which works out well for everyone. As our Texas families send porch photos and first-bluebonnet-season updates, we post them here.
"HonestPet brought my Skye safely. The process was smooth, and they care about the animals. Best transport company!"
Sarah M.
"Damon and Chelsea are amazing. Great with our kids and animals. The wait was worth it, and we love our larger family. Thanks so much!"
Michael T.
"Super helpful, communicative, and speedy! They delivered my dog right to my doorstep. A 10/10 experience!"
Jennifer K.
"Recommending HonestPet to everyone! Amazing experience. Our vet was impressed by how healthy our puppy is. Thank you!"
David L.
TEXAS QUESTIONS
The questions Texas Dachshund families ask most, from summer heat and snakes to city registration and airport pickups.
It depends on the city. Texas has no statewide ban, but Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, and El Paso all passed ordinances against selling commercially bred puppies, and a 2023 state preemption law has muddied how some are enforced. HonestPet is not a pet store. We connect Texas families directly with vetted breeders who raise Dachshunds at home, show you the parents, and deliver to your door.
Yes, with two honest caveats. Minis are small, clean, and content in a one-bedroom, and they clear every Texas apartment weight limit. But Dachshunds bark at hallway noise unless you train them early, and their long backs don't love stairs, so pick a ground-floor unit or plan to carry them, and add a ramp to the couch. In summer, walks happen at dawn and dusk.
Texas doesn't issue a statewide license, but Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Fort Worth, El Paso, and most other cities require annual registration tied to a current rabies certificate, and Texas law requires that rabies shot by 4 months. Check your city's animal services page; fees are lower for spayed and neutered dogs.
Once your Dachshund is reserved, HonestPet schedules the trip from the breeder's home to yours. The puppy gets a final vet check and a travel health certificate, then rides to Texas in a climate-controlled delivery vehicle or in the cabin with a flight nanny to the airport nearest you. We confirm the timing with you and send updates along the way.
Flights into Texas typically run 2 to 3 hours, depending on the breeder's location and which airport you choose. Your Dachshund stays in a carrier at the nanny's feet the entire time and never flies as cargo.
In some cases, yes. When the breeder's location and schedule allow, HonestPet can arrange a visit so you can meet your puppy, and often the parents, before delivery. Because our breeders are in different areas and we protect their privacy, visits are arranged individually rather than offered as drop-in appointments.
Call us with questions about any puppy, delivery to Texas, or which Miniature Dachshund would suit your home. We'll set up a video call so you can meet your puppy before you decide.
