Everything we want families to know before welcoming a BumblesDaxis puppy into their home — from choosing the right puppy to settling in and caring for a Dachshund for life.
Bringing a puppy home is exciting, but it is also a long-term commitment. We want prospective families to have honest, useful information so they can decide whether a Dachshund — and a BumblesDaxis puppy in particular — is right for their lifestyle.
Dachshunds are affectionate, intelligent and full of personality. They can also be determined little dogs with their own needs and quirks.
Our puppies need companionship, patience and time as they settle into family life.
Consistent, positive training helps your Dachshund develop good habits from the beginning.
Dachshunds are intelligent, lively and often wonderfully determined. Their personalities can be big.
Consider your household, routines and future plans so your puppy can be a happy part of family life.
Age-appropriate exercise, play and mental stimulation all form part of a healthy routine.
Bringing home a puppy is a commitment for their whole life, and we want families to feel ready for that.
Every puppy is treated as an individual. We pay attention to their character, confidence and developing needs while giving them a loving family environment in which to grow.
Our puppies grow up around the sights, sounds and routines of everyday home life.
Regular positive handling helps puppies become comfortable with people and everyday interaction.
We introduce suitable experiences gradually and positively as each puppy develops.
We take time to understand each puppy and their developing character.
Our aim is to build confidence through calm, appropriate and positive experiences.
We provide practical information and support so families know what to expect when their puppy comes home.
We keep our puppies' care and records up to date while they are with us and provide families with the information they need when their puppy leaves for their new home.
Our puppies receive their first vaccination at 8 weeks of age, including DHPPI and Lepto 4.
Puppies are microchipped at 8 weeks, alongside their first vaccination.
The second vaccination is usually given around four weeks later, at approximately 12 weeks of age.
Puppies are wormed and flea treated appropriately while they are in our care. We provide guidance for continuing treatment after collection.
We want families to have the opportunity to see their puppy, meet Mum and feel comfortable with the process before collection.
Viewing is by appointment. You can choose a day and time that suits you and we will always try to accommodate your visit.
You are welcome to visit more than once before collection. A second viewing is available once you have reserved a puppy.
Up to six people can attend a viewing, and children are welcome.
Mum is available to meet during viewing appointments and on collection day.
Puppies can leave for their new homes from 8 weeks onwards.
For families within 65 km, we can also discuss delivering or meeting you with your puppy.
Our puppies are currently fed Purina Pro Plan Puppy food. We recommend continuing with the same food initially, or choosing another comparable high-quality puppy food if you prefer to change their diet.
A familiar routine and food can make those first few days easier while your puppy settles into their new home.
Give your puppy regular opportunities to go outside and reward progress calmly and positively.
Young puppies need plenty of sleep. A calm, consistent routine helps them settle and feel secure.
Short, positive training sessions help build good habits while strengthening your relationship with your puppy.
Dachshunds have a distinctive long-backed shape, so we encourage families to build sensible habits from the beginning.
Support both the front and rear of your puppy when lifting them.
Avoid encouraging repeated jumping on and off furniture, particularly while your puppy is young.
Take care around stairs and consider practical ways to limit unnecessary climbing.
Keeping your Dachshund at a healthy weight is an important part of long-term care.
Every BumblesDaxis puppy leaves with a puppy pack containing useful essentials and information to help make the first few days at home as smooth as possible.
We include a supply of the food your puppy is currently eating.
A familiar blanket and collar are included for your puppy's new start.
Puppies are KC registered unless stated otherwise, and the KC registration documentation is included in the puppy pack at collection.
Your puppy's vaccination information is provided at collection.
Guidance is provided to help you continue your puppy's parasite treatment after collection.
We include practical guides covering feeding and sensible Dachshund back care.
We want the reservation and collection process to be clear from the beginning.
A £300 deposit is required to reserve a puppy. The deposit is non-refundable.
The remaining balance is due when you collect your puppy.
All new owners receive a puppy purchase agreement to sign when collecting their puppy.
Puppies are eligible for five weeks' free insurance through the Kennel Club when their new owner registers them.
Our commitment doesn't end when your puppy leaves us. We remain available for general questions and queries as your puppy settles into family life.
We're happy to help with questions that arise as your puppy grows and settles in.
We can offer guidance and reassurance with everyday training and toilet training questions.
If you have questions about the breed or your puppy's developing character, we're here to help.
We value the relationships we build with our puppy families and are always happy to hear how your BumblesDaxis puppy is doing.
Here are some of the questions families often have before welcoming a BumblesDaxis puppy home.
Puppies can leave for their new homes from 8 weeks onwards.
Viewing starts from 5 weeks and is by appointment.
Yes. Mum is available to meet during viewing appointments and on collection day.
Up to six people can attend, and children are welcome.
Our puppies are currently fed Purina Pro Plan Puppy food. We recommend continuing with it initially or choosing a comparable high-quality puppy food.
The first vaccination is given at 8 weeks and includes DHPPI and Lepto 4. The second is usually around 12 weeks.
Yes. Puppies are microchipped at 8 weeks alongside their first vaccination.
Each puppy leaves with a puppy pack including food, blanket, collar, KC documentation, vaccination card and practical care guides.
We want families to feel comfortable asking questions. If you're considering a BumblesDaxis puppy, we'd love to hear from you.
