Crimson Mere Dachshunds
Port Pirie City and Dists, SA
Hi, I'm Mel P.
Crimson Mere Dachshunds is a small, family-owned breeding program located two hours north of Adelaide. We are passionate about raising happy, healthy Miniature Dachshunds with sound temperaments and strong foundations. All of our breeding dogs undergo comprehensive DNA testing and are clear of hereditary diseases,…
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Member since Mar 2026
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
Behaviour and socialisation
Our puppies are raised by our family on acreage, 200km north of Adelaide, where they benefit from a rich and varied farm environment. This setting allows them to experience a wide range of animals, people, and everyday interactions, helping to shape friendly, confident, and socially adaptable companions. We follow…
Health
The health and wellbeing of our puppies is a top priority. Before joining their new families, all puppies undergo a comprehensive veterinary health check to ensure they are thriving and ready for their next chapter. Each puppy will come: * Vaccinated (first vaccination) * Microchipped * Up to date with worming…
Home environment
Our puppies are born and raised on our rural property in country South Australia, where they are a valued part of our family from day one. They are nurtured indoors in a safe, clean, and temperature-controlled home environment, ensuring comfort and security during their early development. While puppies begin life…
Included with our puppies
Each of our puppies goes home with a carefully prepared puppy pack to help them settle comfortably into their new environment. Your puppy pack includes: * Health guarantee * Veterinary health check certificate * Relevant vaccination and health records * A comfort toy * A blanket carrying their mother’s scent * …
Health Tests
Core Tests(1/2)
Crimson Mere Dachshunds conducts 1 out of 2 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Miniature Dachshund.
PRA
Genetic Test
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration…
Additional Tests
Crimson Mere Dachshunds conducts 4 additional tests available for the Miniature Dachshund.
- Genetic 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.
- Genetic 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.
- Genetic 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.
- Genetic 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.
Transportation options
Crimson Mere Dachshunds will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:
Our payment process
1. Complete RightPaw application 2. Quick call on the phone 3. Meet puppies in person, photos and/or videos to meet puppies 4. Pay $1000 deposit 5. Pay remaining balance within 10 days of puppy leaving
Getting your puppy home
Crimson Mere Dachshunds supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.
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About the Breeder
A little about us
Crimson Mere Dachshunds is a small, family-owned breeding program located on our rural property two hours north of Adelaide, dedicated to raising healthy, well-socialised Miniature Dachshunds with sound temperaments. All of our breeding dogs are DNA tested and clear of hereditary diseases. Our puppies are raised in…
Why we got involved in breeding
Our breeding program was founded on a lifelong passion for dogs, supported by extensive experience breeding working dogs. Through these early years, we developed a deep understanding of responsible breeding practices, with a strong focus on health, structure, and temperament. As an experienced dog trainer, we bring…
Our special touch
What sets us apart is the combination of experience, expertise, and genuine care that goes into every puppy we raise. With a background in breeding working dogs, and years as an experienced dog trainer, we understand both health and behaviour from the ground up. Every puppy is raised as part of our family, living in…
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State registration
DACO276279
Breeding since
2026
A$3,000 - A$4,000