FAMILY-RAISED IN HOME · DELIVERED TO UTAH
Utah has more kids per household than any state, and a Miniature Dachshund will cheerfully supervise all of them from the couch. HonestPet matches Utah families with vetted breeders who raise Dachshund litters at home, and every puppy arrives vet-checked, microchipped, and delivered free by ground to any Utah address, from a Sugar House bungalow to a Lehi two-story to a red-rock house in St. George.
Health-tested parents · 10-year health guarantee · Free ground delivery to Utah.
THE HONESTPET DIFFERENCE
Buying a puppy online takes trust. Here's what you can count on when you work with us.
A Dachshund that spends its first eight weeks in a house full of children arrives knowing what a toddler is. Our breeders raise litters at home, with kids underfoot, the doorbell going, and the dishwasher running, so your puppy settles into a Sandy colonial, an Avenues apartment, or a house in Saratoga Springs without sounding the alarm at every small person.
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.
Smooth, longhaired, or wirehaired, we'll tell you which puppy fits your family, even if it isn't the one you first picked. A calm pup for a downtown Salt Lake condo, a sturdier, bolder one for a Herriman household with four kids and a yard that backs up to the foothills.
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. Utah families choose free ground delivery to the door or a flight nanny who carries the puppy in the cabin to Salt Lake City, Provo, or St. George, and we deliver up and down the Wasatch Front and well beyond it.
Wasatch Front counties: Salt Lake · Utah · Davis · Weber
Delivery regions: Logan, Ogden, Salt Lake City, Park City, Provo, Moab, Cedar City, St. George. Wasatch Front counties: Salt Lake, Utah, Davis, Weber.Pins mark where we deliver:Wasatch Front countiesregions across the state
We've placed Miniature Dachshunds with families in Sugar House, the Avenues, and 9th and 9th, and in communities like Sandy, Draper, Holladay, Cottonwood Heights, Lehi, Saratoga Springs, Eagle Mountain, Provo, Orem, Ogden, Layton, Kaysville, Park City, Logan, and St. George. Wherever you are in Utah, we'll find a route that works.
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AVAILABLE NOW
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ABOUT THE BREED
A Miniature Dachshund is 11 pounds or less of courage, patience, and nose. Bred to go to ground after badgers, they're bold, stubborn, and devoted, and they're good with kids who've been taught how to pick them up: two hands, one under the chest and one under the rear, never by the front legs. Smooth coats want a sweater on snowy mornings; wirehaired and longhaired pups are a bit hardier on the trail.
Our Miniature Dachshunds finish between 8 and 11 pounds. That's under the pet limit in any Wasatch Front apartment or HOA, small enough for the family SUV's footwell, and light enough for a ten-year-old to carry properly across an icy driveway.
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 something to sniff, not a canyon hike. On weekends they'll happily do the Jordan River Parkway at their pace or nose around Tanner Park. Three Utah rules: no trampolines, since a Dachshund's back can't take the landing; dogs aren't allowed in Big or Little Cottonwood Canyons, so plan trails accordingly; and keep them out of holes in the foothills, where rattlesnakes rest in summer.
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 Utah families take free ground delivery straight to the front door. If you'd rather fly, a flight nanny can bring your Dachshund in the cabin to one of three Utah airports, carrier under the seat. Either way, our team confirms the date with you and sends updates until the puppy is home.
Ground delivery to Utah is a longer route, so our drivers plan it around the puppy: a snug crate in a climate-controlled vehicle, frequent water-and-potty stops, and overnight rest when the trip calls for it. Dachshunds are den dogs and tend to sleep through most of it, arriving curious rather than rattled.
Prefer to meet first? When the breeder's location and schedule line up, HonestPet can set up an in-person visit before your Dachshund heads to Utah.
A flat $799 to any Utah airport we serve. Your puppy rides in the cabin in a soft carrier at the nanny's feet, never in cargo, so neither summer heat nor winter cold embargoes on checked pets apply. The nanny hands your puppy to you 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 Utah gets a full 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 with a back this long. The vet issues a health certificate for interstate travel, and the exam goes into the puppy's digital records for your Utah vet.
Each puppy is current on core vaccines for their age and dewormed on a regular schedule since their first weeks. Your vet will finish the series, including the rabies vaccine Salt Lake County and most Utah cities require for licensing, usually by 4 months, and will talk you through Dachshund back care for a busy house: keep them lean, add a ramp to the couch, teach the kids to carry them properly, and keep them off the trampoline. 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. Most families choose free ground delivery to their door. Flight nanny delivery is also available into Salt Lake City, Provo, and St. George, 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
Most Utah families take free ground delivery to the door. If you'd rather your puppy fly, a flight nanny can bring your Dachshund in the cabin to one of three Utah airports, carrier under the seat, puppy asleep for most of the flight.
| Where you live | Airport we fly into |
|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, Davis County, Ogden, and Park City | Salt Lake City International (SLC) |
| Provo, Orem, Lehi, and Utah County | Provo Airport (PVU) or Salt Lake City International (SLC) |
| St. George, Cedar City, and Southern Utah | St. George Regional (SGU) |
HAPPY FAMILIES
Dachshund owners send photos by the dozen, and in Utah most of them include a crowd of kids. As our Utah families send canyon photos and first-snow-day 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.
UTAH QUESTIONS
The questions Utah Dachshund families ask most, from kids and trampolines to county licensing and which canyons allow dogs.
Utah has no statewide ban on pet store puppy sales, so you'll still see Dachshund puppies in some store windows, most of them shipped in from large out-of-state kennels. What a store can't show you is the mother, the home, or the breeder's health testing. HonestPet is not a pet store. We connect Utah families directly with vetted breeders who raise Dachshunds at home, show you the parents, and deliver to your door.
Yes, with a few house rules. Minis are sturdy, patient, and happy in a crowd, but their long backs are the one thing to protect: teach every child to lift with two hands, one under the chest and one under the rear, keep the dog off the trampoline and the top bunk, and add a ramp to the couch. Beyond that, they're small enough for any Lehi subdivision's HOA rules and content with a few short walks a day.
Yes, in most of the state. Utah hands licensing to cities and counties, and Salt Lake County Animal Services, Davis County, Utah County, Weber County, and most cities require an annual license once your Dachshund has a current rabies certificate. Spayed and neutered dogs pay less, and several counties sell multi-year licenses to match a three-year rabies shot.
Once your Dachshund is reserved, HonestPet plans the route from the breeder's home to yours. The puppy gets a final vet check and a travel health certificate, then rides to Utah in a climate-controlled delivery vehicle or in the cabin with a flight nanny to Salt Lake City or the airport nearest you. We confirm the schedule with you and send updates along the way.
Flights to Utah typically run 3 to 4 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.
Sometimes, 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 one family at a time rather than offered as drop-in appointments.
Call us with questions about any puppy, delivery to Utah, or which Miniature Dachshund would suit your home. We'll set up a video call so you can meet your puppy before you decide.
