I have 1 black/silver Champion sired adult female available. Please scroll down for more information on Lexi.
I have added another finished Champion to my breeding program, he has excellent bloodlines, and comes from a long time show breeder. 3 of his siblings from the same litter are also finished Champions, and he has 24 or more 1/2 siblings (same sire) that are Champions. I am planning possibly two breedings with him in October/November time, pups would be ready to go late February/March 2009. Please feel free to email me for info on the parents, and references.
Upcoming Litter Reserved pups: Bob and Edie - b/s female
Rascal will be joining his new family, Kelly, Craig and Fritz Schlitz Schmit in Illinois very soon. Pics of Rascals soon to be family are on the gallery page!
Champion sired male, this pup was born 7-24-08. He's very outgoing and playful, but he loves to be loved also. He's not a bit bossy with the other pups. Rascal will be joining his new family in Illinois very soon! His sire is Tuffy and his dam is Portia, look on the dam/sires page.
Older pups: I occasionally have an older pup available, people sometimes ask why this is. My honest answer to this is because they have not found their "right" families, there is nothing wrong with them. There are lots of factors that go into deciding on a new family for each pup. I will keep a pup as long as it takes to find them the right home, where I believe they will fit into the lifestyle of the new family. I am able to do this because I have very few litters each year (2-4). I do believe that each pup/dog ends up where he or she is supposed to be. I am also picky about where my pups go, I want the pup/family to be a perfect fit, so if I don't feel like that pup will fit into a particular home, I won't sell it to that family. I also reserve the right to first pick of the litter, for future show potential.
Older pups and adult dogs to adjust very well to new families, even new names. When you purchase a pup you are aquiring potential, what that pup may someday turn out to be, based on the behavior he/she has already shown, as well as the character of the parents. When you are purchasing an older pup or adult, you are aquiring what he or she already is. Please check the home page, on the bottom is two references from families who have purchased older pups, there are also more references on the About us/contact page.
Young Adults: I have one black/silver female available, Lexi is 2.5 years old, house and crate trained, she's a very sweet girl, outgoing and LOVES to PLAY! Lexi has given me one beautiful litter of pups, she is very hard to catch in season however, and this is why I am selling her. Lexi is NOT an alpha female, has no desire to be, she gets along well with small dogs and big dogs, and would fit well into any home. Lexi gets along well with kids, she loves to play fetch, and she'll throw the toy for herself if no one else will. Lexi is very vocal, she's not a yapper, but she likes to sass when she's told no, she always has to get the last word in. Lexi is available to a pet home only, her price includes spaying before she leaves here.
Lexi is Champion sired by Ch. Daystar's Storm Chaser. She's got excellent bone size and structure, she's not toyish in anyway. Lexi is a georgeous example of the breed. Lexi's price is $1100 and includes her spay.
Boots getting a belly rub. The pups are used to being on their backs, that's how I clip their nails, they get a little back massage also while they are on their back.
Boots getting a belly rub. The pups are used to being on their backs, that's how I clip their nails, they get a little back massage also while they are on their back.
I do not raise toys, I will occassionaly get small pups in a litter, they will grow to be within the AKC standard, just on the smaller side. The AKC standard says 12"-14" in height. A smaller pup would be 12"-12.5" in adulthood, still within standard, and would still have good bone size and substance (which is charcteristic of a well bred Schnauzer). These pups work out very well for families with small children or older people, who can not lift something that is 18-20 pounds. There is no such thing as a "toy" or "micro" schnauzer. These breeders are breeding the smallest from a litter to the smallest of another litter, or breeding with other true toy type of dogs to downsize the schnauzer breed, which will eventually breed disease such as diabetes into the pups they are producing, all for the sake of money. Schnauzers were meant to be working type of dogs, they have good substance to them, a good solid bone size, they should look small and be compact, but when you pick them up they are solid (you KNOW you have a dog), not something that will fit into your purse. In Europe Miniature Schnauzers are classified, shown and used as working dogs, they are used for herding, protection, vermin control etc..
Deposits will be required in order for me to hold the puppy for you. I require a $200 deposit for pets. These are non-refundable after the pups are born. References are available from previous puppy parents, and my vet. There are some references on the home page, as well as on the "about us" page. Please let me know if you would like to speak with any of my puppy parents, this is easily arranged. I don't offer a "buy it now" button, as I will not sell a puppy to you without speaking to you first.
I have negotiated with my vet for a price of $200 for ear cropping. He can also do spay/nueters before the pup leaves (depending on the age), for $150 for the alters. He uses laser surgery for the altering, and they heal quickly. He does a beautiful job on the ears also! All of these things can be done before your puppy leaves, if you would like them completed. If you need me to keep your pup for awhile longer while you vacation, or until the kids get out of school, I am happy to do it. This gives us more time to work on their training, which makes for less work when the pup goes home. I do not charge board fees to do this.
Payment may be made by personal check, money order, or paypal. The remaining balance (after $200 deposit) must be made at least 10 days before puppy is due to ship. There are no exceptions to this.
Your new baby will be: absolutely adorable, VERY spoiled, house and crate training well started. He/she will be started on basic commands such as "no dogs", "come", I no longer teach my pups to sit, until they are evaluted, every pup is show potential until they are evaluated as otherwise, and we don't want a dog to sit in the ring for their treat! The tails and dew claws are taken off ASAP after they are born, to avoid discomfort to the pups. They will be current on their vaccinations (started at 5 weeks) and dewormed from the age of 4 weeks. He/she will sleep by theirself in their individual crate from about 6 weeks of age. This makes it so he/she will not cry and whimper at night (making it easier on you and the pup), and it helps get them used to their crate so they won't have a hard time on the plane or in the car. We have puppy pads for inside the house, just in case, but mostly they are potty trained by going outside when they first wake up, then throughout the day as they play.
My kids, (4 & 11) and some of the neighborhood children, as well as myself and my husband and anyone else who would like to admire gorgeous babies, handle the pups daily from birth. Our kids are allowed to hold and cuddle and play with them as much as they would like. My 4 year old has helped me deliver almost every litter. Sometimes it seems they will be mauled to death, but it actually helps the pups not to be shy and to know that it's not scary or bad when they hear a different voice or smell different smells. We play with the pups feet constantly, so it's not a struggle to cut their toenails, we also play with their ears so they don't pull away when they are going to get clipped or have their ears cleaned. I do not use a grooming noose to groom my dogs or pups, they are taught to stand on the table for their grooming. If you would like your puppy not clipped, or would like a puppy cut, please let me know. They will have a recent haircut when they come to you.
What's included in the price of the puppy: AKC registration papers (provided after I receive a reciept for spay/nueter), vaccinations, tail and dew claw removal, toys, blankets, food and anything else we can send to make your puppy comfortable on the plane ride to you and when he/she gets there (puppy Hilton is how it's been described by a customer!). Baby pictures, videos and weekly updates of what your puppy has been up to. Also current hair cut and trimmed nails (unless you would prefer not to have the pups hair cut). Our vet does an excellent ear crop, I feel very comfortable having him do it. Shipping is $250.
*Please note, if you want something that will get along with everyone and everything, I would definetely suggest a MALE! Nuetered males do not "mark their territory" as a lot of people think, they are not aggressive either. Males are not territorial like the females are, they don't mind company (4-legged or 2-legged) like the females do. The males personality is very easy going while still being protective. Females are more territorial and rule the roost so-to-speak. Males are typically healthier as they don't have the tendency to get cysts on their breasts like females, or have reproductive problems like an unspayed female. The girls are wonderful also, most don't warm up to strangers as fast. As long as you have them spayed, you won't have to worry about the messy twice per year heat cycles and all the boys coming to your house. I will sell full registration, with a contract a mile long, for a million dollars, cash only. :)
Please, do not take your baby into a pet store, pet or public park until they are at least 16 weeks old! Even though they have their most current vaccinations when you get them, they won't get their rabies vaccination until 13 weeks of age. There is always a chance they can pick up something from an unvaccinated dog at a pet store or park!
If your intent is to begin showing in conformation, I prefer to direct you to other people who have pups regularly that are evaluated by experienced people. Please realize it is a costly adventure, not only in purchasing the pup, but also ear cropping, stripping, handling fees, traveling fees etc.. It costs anywhere between $3500-$10,000 to finish a dog (sometimes more), and a lot of time, dedication and patience! If you would like to participate in flyball, agility, earthdog or any other type of competition, you can do all these with limited registration on your dog. I do not sell for breeding, nor will I refer anyone to another breeder for a breeding dog. If you would like a pet and I don't have something that will fit into your life, by all means contact me! I'll help you find a puppy from a reputable breeder.
I prefer a chicken and rice puppy food for the pups, until they get older (9-12 months old), then they should be switched to a lamb and rice food (less fat). The only Science Diet food I feed is Science Diet T/D which is for tarter control, it works great, and is only given here as treats.If you feel your pup/dog needs vitamins, please contact me, I have some to recommend, I do not however, make it manditory that they are given. This is something I feel should be left to the individual families, not something that's put in my contract.
Champion sired male, this pup was born 7-24-08. He's very outgoing and playful, but he loves to be loved also. He's not a bit bossy with the other pups. Rascal will be joining his new family in Illinois very soon! His sire is Tuffy and his dam is Portia, look on the dam/sires page.
Young Adults: I have one black/silver female available, Lexi is 2.5 years old, house and crate trained, she's a very sweet girl, outgoing and LOVES to PLAY! Lexi has given me one beautiful litter of pups, she is very hard to catch in season however, and this is why I am selling her. Lexi is NOT an alpha female, has no desire to be, she gets along well with small dogs and big dogs, and would fit well into any home. Lexi gets along well with kids, she loves to play fetch, and she'll throw the toy for herself if no one else will. Lexi is very vocal, she's not a yapper, but she likes to sass when she's told no, she always has to get the last word in. Lexi is available to a pet home only, her price includes spaying before she leaves here. 
Lexi is Champion sired by Ch. Daystar's Storm Chaser. She's got excellent bone size and structure, she's not toyish in anyway. Lexi is a georgeous example of the breed. Lexi's price is $1100 and includes her spay. 
Boots getting a belly rub. The pups are used to being on their backs, that's how I clip their nails, they get a little back massage also while they are on their back.