The family behind diddle bros
Hi! I'm Mary Norton, owner of Diddle Bros Dachshunds. Dachshunds have always been a huge part of my life, starting with my first, at six years old. After Brownie, came Rasco, a miniature long haired dachshund who deepened my passion for the breed and inspired me to learn everything I could about canine health, genetics, and responsible breeding,
Today, that passion has grown into Diddle Bros Dachshunds --- a small program dedicated to raising healthy, well-socialized miniature long haired dachshunds that are loved long before they ever join their new families.
Every dog in my program is first and foremost a family member. My dogs live in my home, sleep on my couch, and spend their days running, playing, and being spoiled right alongside us. Health testing, temperament, and breed preservation are at the center of every breeding decision I make.
The name "Diddle Bros" comes from my Australian Cattle Dog, Diddle, who has been by my side through every chapter of this journey. He was there for Brownie, Rasco, and now the dachshunds that make up my crew.
My fiancé Bailey works in EMS, while I spend my days caring for our dogs, raising puppies, and managing Diddle Bros Dachshunds full-time. This allows me to be hands on through every stage of a puppy's development, from birth to go home day.
When we're not busy at home, you'll usually find us at my family's ranch; either horseback, or helping raise livestock with our family. The weens are a big part of that life too --- they love exploring the ranch, chasing birds and playing fetch in the pasture.
At Diddle Bros, my goal is simple: to raise healthy, happy dachshunds with wonderful temperaments and provide each puppy with the best possible start in life. Whether you're here searching for your next family member or simply following along our journey, I'm glad you're here.
Mary, Bailey, & Diddle
The family behind Diddle Bros
what's important to us
We breed AKC registered, long-haired miniature dachshunds with a focus on health, temperament, and breed integrity. It is incredibly important to us to uphold to the highest AKC standards and work every day to better the breed. Every breeding dog in our program has a full Embark panel to screen for over 200 genetic conditions --- including PRA (a hereditary eye disease) and IVDD risk. We also complete OFA health testing for eyes, cardiac, and patellar luxation to ensure our dogs are physically sound. Our goal is to always raise healthy, happy, well-rounded puppies with loving temperaments.
Breeding rights
All of my puppies are sold with limited AKC registration and with a spay/neuter contract. I am very intentional about where my lines go and how my dogs are cared for long-term. While I rarely offer full breeding rights, I'm always open to honest conversation to help educate or guide you in the right direction.
Spay/neuter guidelines:
-Females must be spayed after her first heat but before her second
-Males must be neutered between 12-18 months old
color
While color can't ever be guaranteed, I center my program around cream in its many forms. From shaded cream to brindle cream to black and cream, there is a wide variation within cream dachshunds. I'm intentional about pairings that prioritize health, structure, and temperament --- while still producing some absolutely stunning coats along the way. Color is just one piece of the puzzle, but it's definitely a fun one!
Week 1-10
The first ten weeks of a dog's life are vital to not only their health, but their personality as well. We have good mamas that take care of their babies, but we also stay close by, at all times, especially the first few weeks. We monitor their growth, milk intake, how each is doing compared to the others. Then as they get older, it becomes more important for us to just spend time with and imprint these sweet babies. It is our goal for them to go home to their new families started on potty training, loving people, and ready to start their new life. Although eight weeks is the standard, I have found that the extra week or two makes a huge difference in a few things; potty training, mental & social development, and overall health! I am always happy to keep a puppy a few extra weeks as well, but nine weeks is the earliest I will let them go home.
Click to read more info on our puppies week 1-10!
