Aroha Hounds

LocationBrisbane City, QLD

Newborn litter

Pups ready to go home in 2 months

Hi, I'm Aroha H.

As a veterinary-approved breeder, we take immense pride in our commitment to the health and well-being of every puppy we produce. Specializing in long-haired miniature dachshunds, our focus is on breeding dogs that are not only beautiful but also genetically sound and orthopedically correct. We carefully select…

8 puppies available

Newborn & Planned Litters

Vet Approved Criteria

Member since Feb 2025

RightPaw Responsible Breeder Badge

Every breeder on RightPaw has agreed to our vet-approved RightPaw Code of Ethics, and passed an interview from one of our team.

  • Breeding & Welfare
  • Health Practices
  • Home Environment
  • Documentation
  • Feeding
  • Physical Condition

Our Breeding Practices

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Behaviour and socialisation

Our puppies are raised in the comfort of our home, where they are showered with love and attention from the moment they’re born. Handled frequently from birth, each puppy is given the best start in life, helping them to develop a strong bond with humans and adapt easily to their future families. From the moment…

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Health

At Aroha Hounds, the health of our puppies is our top priority. We DNA test all our breeding dogs and puppies to ensure they are genetically sound. Additionally, all dogs in our care follow a strict flea, tick, and worming program throughout their lives, ensuring they stay healthy and protected. This commitment to…

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Home environment

Our puppies are raised in a loving, family-oriented environment, with just two humans and six other dogs, along with two cats. This small, bustling household ensures that each puppy receives plenty of socialisation and individual attention, growing up in a safe, comfortable space surrounded by both people and pets.…

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Included with our puppies

When you bring one of our puppies home, they’ll be all set with their 6 week , 10 week worming treatment program, and microchip for extra peace of mind. Plus, we’ll send them off with a personalised puppy pack full of goodies, including all the important paperwork, tasty treats, fun toys, and yummy food to help them…

Health Tests

Core Tests(1/2)

Aroha Hounds conducts 1 out of 2 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Miniature Dachshund.

PRA

dna iconGenetic Test

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration…

PRA

Additional Tests

Aroha Hounds conducts 4 additional tests available for the Miniature Dachshund.

dna iconGenetic Test

Mucopolysaccharidosis is a genetic lysosomal storage disease that can cause various problems including stunted growth and bone deformities. There are a few different variants of this disease that have been identified in different breeds. For many breeds there are DNA tests available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying the condition.

dna iconGenetic Test

Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (NCL) is a neurodegenerative disorder found in many breeds of dog. 7 varieties have been identified so far, affecting different breeds. There are DNA tests for each type, to identify whether a breeding dog might be carrying this condition.

dna iconGenetic Test

Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), also known as ‘brittle bone disease’, is an inherited disease in both humans and animals, causing bone fragility and fracturing. As it is a genetic disease, breeding parents can be tested to ensure it is not passed onto their puppies.

dna iconGenetic Test

Sarcoglycan Deficient Muscular Dystrophy (SDMD) is a genetic disease causing a stiff gait, exercise intolerance and difficulty swallowing in young Miniature Dachshunds. There is now a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this disease.

Australia States

Transportation options

Australia States

Aroha Hounds will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:

All states (QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, NT, ACT & TAS)

Getting your puppy home

Aroha Hounds supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.

In person puppy pick up
Meet the breeder in person for puppy pick ups
Domestic air travel by plane
Supportive of domestic air transport by plane

Badges of Recognition

RightPaw Verified BadgeDogs Australia Registered

About the Breeder

A little about us

We are dedicated breeders of quality Long Haired Miniature Dachshunds in Brisbane, QLD. Focused on breeding for health, temperament, and stunning conformation. Our pups are raised in a loving home environment, ensuring they are well-socialised, happy, and ready to become the perfect companions. Proudly producing…

Why we got involved in breeding

Our love for Dachshunds began in 2015 and has only grown stronger since. With over 12 years in the veterinary industry, our passion for the health and well-being of these small but mighty dogs has deepened even more. Understanding their unique needs and personalities has driven us to breed happy, healthy, and…

Our special touch

From day three, we begin Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) training with our puppies, setting the foundation for their emotional and physical development. This critical stage, which lasts through their first 16 days, has been shown to increase cardiovascular performance, stress tolerance, and overall resilience in…

Credentials

State registration

4100254564

Association

Dogs Queensland (ANKC)

Prefix

CREAMLEBIE

Breeding since

2016

Applying for a puppy

Apply for a puppy by answering a few questions so Aroha can get to know you.
A$4,000 - A$6,000

A$4,000 - A$6,000