I am looking to find a mini smooth male dachshund. I am based in manchester and would like some help as I dont know were to start my search. please help !

claudia  x - qualityliving@c-i-c.org.uk

Definitely buy from a breeder who is a member of a Dachshund Breed Club. http://www.dachshundclub.co.uk/  There is a puppy list on the site but if that doesn't work, them email the Secretary for help.
Here are some other clubs.
http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/sunsong/ecda/index.htm
http://www.thedachshundclubofwales.co.uk/club/main.htm
http://freespace.virgin.net/dachshow.uk/east_yorkshire_dachshund_club.html
http://www.thescottishdachshundclub.co.uk/
http://members.lycos.co.uk/minidachsclub/
http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/sunsong
http://welcome.to/weda/sda/index.htm

Please don't buy from adverts on the net, newspapers etc without recommendation from an experienced breeder.  Please make sure that you see the pup with his Mother and do not buy a puppy who the breeder is willing to deliver.