West Coast Weenies
Gosnells, WA
Hi, I'm Sophie M.
Welcome to West Coast Weenies located in the sun loving Western Australia. With stunning beaches and sandy pawed pups we aspire to share our love for this beautiful breed and help bring their love into your homes. At West Coast Weenies we go beyond breeding the utmost adorable and aesthetic puppies but our focus is…
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Member since Feb 2024
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- Breeding & Welfare
- Health Practices
- Home Environment
- Documentation
- Feeding
- Physical Condition
Our Breeding Practices
Behaviour and socialisation
All of our puppies are raised in our home around our other pets and my family, where they are frequently handled with love. They are exposed to all household noises such as, the vacuum, thunder/rain, car sounds, doorbell ringing, tv sounds, the washing machine, other animal sounds and more. We also focus on exposure…
Health
The health of our puppies and adult dogs is of the utmost importance! All of our breeding dogs have DNA genetic testing done and all our puppies will be DNA tested via parentage, Whilst also working closely with our vet to ensure we produce healthy and happy pups. Our puppies have regular vet trips where they,…
Home environment
All of our pups are raised in our home where there is no shortage of love and cuddles to go around. I am home during the entire breeding process, from pregnancy to the time our pups go to their forever homes. This allows me to closely monitor their health, behaviour and development, ensuing a safe and nuturing…
Included with our puppies
We send all of our pups home with a large puppy pack, a scented blanket and paperwork. Included in the puppy pack is a large variety of toys from, enrichments toys that help with development, teething toys, soft toys and many others. Also included is some dry food that your pup is currently fed for an easy…
Health Tests
Core Tests(1/2)
West Coast Weenies 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
West Coast Weenies 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
West Coast Weenies will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:
Getting your puppy home
West Coast Weenies supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.
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About the Breeder
A little about us
My name is Sophie McCann and I fell absolutely in love with this incredible breed! I’m very passionate about sharing the love these stumpy bundles of joy bring and aim to stay true to the breed standard's, breeding not only to share cuteness but to ensure I breed pups with the best temperament and health I possibly…
Why we got involved in breeding
My love for miniature dachshunds started from the moment we brought home our first puppy Ariah. I absolutely fell head over heels in love with her and the happiness she brought into our home. From here, we brought home another furbaby named Tobi. Seeing them play together and the bond they had was heartwarming. This…
Our special touch
All of our dogs are part of our family and are treated with so much kindness and love. All our dachshunds sleep in their crates in our bedroom with us. Getting home cooked meals and being spoilt rotten daily is nothing out of the ordinary. Our puppies are no different, we aim to provide the happiest and most gentle…
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State registration
7945
Breeding since
2021
- Responsible Pet Breeders Australia (RPBA)
A$4,500 - A$6,000