Our family & our dogs
About Heartland Dachshunds
At Heartland Dachshunds, we raise AKC-registered miniature dachshunds in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Our smooth-coat and long-coat puppies grow up with daily care, socialization, and plenty of love.
- 28+
- Years with dachshunds
- AKC
- Registered dachshunds
- Home
- Mount Vernon, Illinois
Small breeder, personal care
A family-run home for dachshunds
Our goal is to raise friendly, healthy puppies with wonderful personalities. Every puppy is handled daily and given a strong start so they can grow into confident, loving companions.
We focus on health, temperament, and matching each puppy with the right home. If you are looking for a loyal dachshund to join your family, we would love to help.
Experience that matters
Nearly three decades of loving dachshunds
Raising dachshunds has been a big part of our lives—and our hearts. What started with a deep love for the breed became a lifelong mission to raise happy, healthy puppies that bring joy to families.
We have watched many puppies grow into loyal companions and stayed in touch with families who welcomed them home. Each litter is special to us, and we do everything we can to give every puppy the best possible start.
Documented bloodlines
AKC registered dachshunds
We take pride in our connection with the American Kennel Club. AKC registration creates a documented record of a dog’s lineage and opens the door to AKC programs and events.
- Documented multi-generational pedigree
- Eligibility for AKC events and competitions
- Access to AKC training programs
- A traceable record of purebred lineage
Registration is one part of the care and attention behind the Heartland breeding program, which has been nurtured for more than two decades.
Raised with purpose
Our breeding philosophy
For us, breeding dachshunds is more than a hobby—it is a calling. We believe God gave us a heart for animals, and we do our best to honor that by raising each puppy with patience, kindness, and integrity.
We do not rush litters or cut corners. Each one is planned with care, and every puppy is raised in a clean, loving environment with daily attention and socialization.
Our goal is simple: to raise dachshunds that bring light and love into the families they join, and to do it in a way that reflects the values we believe in.
From our home to yours
A little bit of our family
Raising puppies is part of our family’s daily rhythm. Reba brings more than 28 years of experience, but it truly takes all of us—from feeding time and backyard play to quiet evenings spent cuddling puppies.
That shared care is woven into every tail wag and bright-eyed hello. When you welcome a Heartland puppy into your home, you are taking home a small piece of our family’s heart, too.
Ready to learn more?
Find the dachshund that feels right for your family
Meet the puppies currently looking for homes or contact Heartland with questions about our dogs and adoption process.