Prestige Kennel

Raised by Ashley R.

Certified Breeder of Miniature Schnauzers

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 96% response rate • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Prestige Kennel located in Forest, VA. We are a small in-home breeding program. We are dedicated to keeping our dogs healthy. We prioritize genetics, teeth, coat, and breeding quality dogs. We make sure to breed dogs that are happy, healthy and well-socialized for all of our families. *We do not allow people in our home due to risk of parvovirus and or coccidia. Please understand that. Akc papers do not go to pet homes. Breeders may inquire. Prestige Kennel is the new name of AR Mini Schnauzers.

Ashley’s experience

  • About Ashley

    Hi! I’m Ashley, with Prestige Kennels I grew up beside the show ring of many breeds of dogs. I learned the rules of breeding quality over quantity. Teeth, coat, colors, size, breed standards are very important to me.

  • What makes Ashley’s program special

    My breeding program is very small and all of my dogs are hand picked for all of there qualities. I take pride in my dogs and the puppies we produce. They fill hearts and homes with love.

  • Ashley’s certifications & recognitions

    Royal Canin Crown Breeder, Professional Groomer, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Miniature Schnauzers from Leo and Bailey

Born Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 26

Planned Miniature Schnauzers from Bruce and Paris

Due Apr. 2025. Ready May 2025

Newborn Miniature Schnauzers from Leo and Bailey

Born Jan. 2025

Ready Mar. 26

Planned Miniature Schnauzers from Bruce and Paris

Due Apr. 2025

Ready May 2025

Getting a puppy from Ashley

Ashley 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 $1,800 - $5,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.

“Pet homes only. Breeders may apply All deposits are non refundable/can transfer. No AKC Paperwork for pet homes. Lifetime take back guarantee Health guarantee . Non refundable but Can transfer to another litter.”

Contract and health guarantee

Ashley 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 Ashley 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 Ashley directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

They are raised in our home, we have 2 boys 12 and 13 years old, along with older dogs, and a cat. Lots of socializing is a must for a smooth transition into a new home. . I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Socialized in new places, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, We start crate training, Pee pad, Potty training, crate training, also have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies and help out with the puppies daily. I do not take them to public places to expose them to people as they are not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks. , Weekly Nail Trims , Pee pad training started at 3 and 1/2 weeks/ puppy play pen and crate training , Interactive Toy Play, Sights, sounds, smells, Noise Desensitization, bathing, Grooming and Nail Care, We shorten nails weekly and groom often to desensitize your puppy in these situations, We use individual daily human interactions for early socialization and stimulation, Touch, pets, and kisses are encouraged during human socialization., Body handling protocol, including sitting still for grooming, grooming , Early socialization, Pee Pad Intro, Noise desensitization, Potty pads,, Human Interactions , Basic manners, Crate Training, "No" Biting or Chewing, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Touch Desensitization, Toys, e.g. Ball, Chew, e.g. Bone, Scents, Grooming Desensitization, Various Surfaces , Noises , Noise desensitized , car riding , Outdoors (when Weather permits), Crate Training , Children and other pets, Socializing the dog with everything is the key to a stable dog, And showed lots of love, start of puppy recall with treats, and We do NOT take them out in public, they're not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks, but we do have friends and family who help with "daily playtime"..

Puppy health practices

Each and every puppy will be on a deworming schedule every 2 weeks from birth. They will have dewclaws removed, And tails docked, and age appropriate vaccines. .

Extras

We send our puppies home with Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Toy with Mom's Scent, Puppy Starter Kit, Worming , Puppy package, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Dew claws removed, Vaccinations, Blanket with Mom's Scent, Blanket with Littermates Scent, Certificate of Health, Food Starter Bag, and Toy with Littermates' Scent.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in Forest, 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.

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted flight nanny to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Ashley

  • Why Ashley started breeding

    As a child I grew up along side the show ring learning from handlers and breeders of all sorts of breeds. From Great Danes to Whippets, Chinese Cresteds and Borzoi. I learned the right way to breed and train dogs. As an adult my love for Mini Schnauzers has brought breeding back into my life.

  • Ashley is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

  • Ashley has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years

    Ashley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Ashley’s program includes seven colors

    Ashley’s Miniature Schnauzer puppies include black, white, wheaten, salt and pepper, parti, liver, and black and silver. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Ashley’s links

Ashley is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Prestige Kennel 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 Ashley's parent dogs

All breeds

Miniature Schnauzer

Parent health testing

Miniature Schnauzer

Prestige Kennel 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 Miniature Schnauzers.

  • Brucellosis

    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.

  • Full Embark Panel, DNA Profile

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Ashley to bring home their puppies.

  • Sharon K.

    Dec. 2024

    Ashley was great to work with. She was very responsive to our questions and has offered her expertise throughout our pet experience. Bringing a puppy home and properly caring for her is a big...

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    Faith C.

    Dec. 2024

    Ashley was very responsive before pick up. Puppy was as promised and well taken care of.

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    Dave R.

    Nov. 2024

    Ashley gave us a wonderful little pup. He’s happy, healthy, playful, and super smart. Ashley answered all our questions and made the process easy. When we picked him up it was easy to see that he had...

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    Terri V.

    Aug. 2024

    I cannot say enough about Ashley. She was so easy to work with, responded quickly, answered all questions I had and was super helpful with picking up our sweet Penny. She met us part way to make it...

    Mara W.

    July 2024

    Ashley was wonderful! Made the puppy process a breeze. She was extremely helpful when we had a few issues with our pup in the beginning. We love our lil Henry boy.

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    Betty & Mike S.

    Apr. 2024

    Everything went smoothly with picking up our puppy from A. R. Miniatures at the designated meeting place. It was love at first sight with our sweet girl. We were given a goody bag with toys, a...