go to the dachshund club of america. start there know what questions to ask. not all show breeders are reputable, but my opinoin is all reputable breeders show dogs or compete in other events to prove the dog is worthy of breeding.
avoid anyone with a "pair" of dogs that "only breed once a year" and don't show or know the standard and breed to sell puppies, instead of breeding to better the breed and for them to hopefully get a show dog to carry on the breeding program.
avoid pet stores, of course.
avoid anyone who gives a health guarantee that requires the return of the dog. This is a loophole insuring they wont likely have to honor their guarantee since you will love the dog and not want to give it back.
ask about back problems in the breed, and especially in the breeders lines. yes, weak backs prone to issues are hereditary to an extent. If they don't know what is behind their dogs two, three, four generations back, find another breeder.if they dont care what you do w/ the dog once you buy it, ie, full papers and dont make you sign a spay/neuter agreement or a show contract, they are not a reputable breeder.if you are in a hurry to purchase a puppy then you will lilkely be willing to settle for something not well bred. so do not be in a firestorm to buy a puppy take youre time and find the right breeder and the right puppie will come along.
sheepjoke