Adrastia Standard Schnauzers

Raised by Stephanie B.

Certified Breeder of Standard Schnauzers

  • 3 club memberships
  • 100% response rate • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Adrastia Standard Schnauzers located in Chesapeake, VA. We offer an all-purpose German farm dog that can really do it all. Our dogs are beautiful and each is involved in rally, obedience, barn hunt, lure coursing, and dock diving. This is the dog with the thinking brain, and they are wonderful dogs for dedicated, active families. We look forward to connecting with you!

Stephanie’s experience

  • About Stephanie

    We have owned and loved SS's for 22 years. Our first experiences with the breed involved obedience training and basic manners. Ten years ago, we obtained a show dog and became acclimated to that world. The military life made breeding a challenge but eventually, we were able to revamp our obedience training and join an active training club and share our love for the breed with others!

  • What makes Stephanie’s program special

    Dog showing and sports are not mainstream events. I come from the world of companion dogs and over time and experience began to branch out into each with friends, mentors, trainers, and breeders. Being involved in conformation helped me learn and appreciate the structure, coat, and breed type in the breed.

  • Stephanie is a member of 3 clubs

    Potomac Valley Standard Schnauzer Club, Macon Kennel Club, Standard Schanzuer Club of America

  • Stephanie’s certifications & recognitions

    SSCA AKC Good Sportsmanship Award

Getting a puppy from Stephanie

Stephanie has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices range from $1 and include a non-refundable deposit of $400.

“The average price for the breed is $3000 Cropped ears are offered at cost to the buyer. Pups with cropped ears require two weeks of surgical care and expense with us before going to new homes. All puppies will be placed on a limited AKC registration with a legal/enforceable contract, if specified as a show home, pups will be co-owned based on a separate contract. The deposit holds a puppy for the buyer. Deposits are not accepted until puppies are two weeks old.”

Contract and health guarantee

Stephanie may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Stephanie offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Stephanie directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

We are following the Avidog/good dog Enrichment Program. All puppies will be well socialized with other dogs, cats, adults, and children. Pups will be started on litter box training to potty, loose leash walking, basic obedience commands, grooming, and crate training. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Car Rides, Exposure to Agility Tunnel and Wobble Board, Adventure Box, Human Interactions, Various Surfaces, Early Socialization, Crate Training, Potty Training, Puppy Temperament Evaluation, Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), Basic Obedience Commands, Volhard Testing, Avidog Savvy Socialization Program, Leash and Collar Training, Socialized with Livestock, Bathing, Grooming, and Nail Trimming, Weekly Nail Trimming, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Scents, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Grooming Desensitization, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, Scent Introduction, and Biosensor Training.

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Puppy health practices

All puppies will have at least one set of vaccinations and will have a vet check to certify the health of the pup within days of buyer pick up.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Toys, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, and Food Starter Bag.

Bringing your puppy home

Stephanie offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Chesapeake, VA or nearby

If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.

“We do not ship our puppies. Buyers can meet us at our home or we can arrange to meet them at airport locations with plenty of advance notice. ”

More about Stephanie

  • Why Stephanie started breeding

    With our 3rd and 4th SS, I found a mentor to teach me to groom so I could eventually show my own dogs in conformation. Additionally, I took handling classes, showed, and groomed my own dog while doing rally, barn hunts, lure coursing, and dock diving. After a long journey of showing and planning for a litter, we just had our first litter in March 2021 after planning for almost 2 years!

  • Stephanie has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Stephanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Stephanie’s program includes one color

    Stephanie’s Standard Schnauzer puppies are pepper and salt. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

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Stephanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Adrastia Standard Schnauzers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Meet Stephanie's parent dogs

All breeds

Standard Schnauzer

Parent health testing

Standard Schnauzer

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Adrastia Standard Schnauzers reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Standard Schnauzers.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (Schnauzer Type)

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

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