Schnauzer Byte: Choosing a Breeder

When choosing a miniature schnauzer breeder, be sure to take your time.

Do your research. Remember no puppy mills, no backyard breeders.

Two things (out of about 50) to look for in a mini schnauzer breeder:

1. A five year health guarantee against serious genetic defects.

(I'd run away from one-year guarantees, it can take three to five years for some mini schnauzer genetic disorders to present themselves.)

2. The breeder will take back the dog for any reason during its lifetime.

(A sign that the breeder cares about their dogs and not just the money they get for them)

Here are some good breeder criteria, though, they are not mini schnauzer specific.

For your viewing pleasure:

Flickr Pool of Mini Schnauzers

Missing Mini Schnauzer in Miami

Have you see this fella? This is Kobe from Miami, FL. (Palm Springs north of Miami Lakes area) He is missing, last seen in his yard. His family misses him very much. Please leave a comment if you have any information. Thanks!!

Mini Schnauzer Travel: Link Rally

'Tis the season to travel. Here are some pet travel-related links:

Pets Welcome
PetSmart's Pet Hotel
ASPCA's Car Travel Tips
ASPCA's Air Travel Tips
TakeYourPet.com
Dr. Connie's Travel Tips
TripsWithPets.com
DogFriendly.com
How to choose a boarding kennel
PetSitters.org
Pet Sitter Tips (scroll down to find)

Remember, miniature schnauzers are happiest when they are with the family.

Schnauzer Byte: House Breaking with Bells On

If you are housetraining your Mini Schnauzer and don't have a pet door, check out these Dog Doorbells. Your Mini Schnauzer would ring the bells when they need to go potty, and you would simply let them out (or, if you don't have a fenced-in yard, grab the leash.)

Or the very crafty could probably make their own, since they seem to consist of sleigh bells and ribbon.

Schnauzer Byte: Cool food & water bowls

Does you mini schnauzer like to soak you with their wet beard after drinking? Do they suck down their food like it's their last meal? G.W. Little has a neat solution for these problems. (But it isn't cheap.)