I'm the breeder behind Walker's Schnauzers located in Dunkirk, IN. We love this breed and love raising the puppies! Our mission is to raise pups that are set to become the best companions. We breed with passion and integrity so we’re able to responsibly contribute to growing this amazing breed. It’s important to us to share the gift of living with one of our puppies with other families.
About melissa
Hello! My name is Melissa, I am a hospice nurse, have 3 children (and another on the way) a husband, 2 cats, several chickens, rabbits, and sheep. We love to go camping and hang out with the kids and pups!
What makes melissa’s program special
All our dogs are AKC registered. We take the puppies to the vet within the first 3 days to get their tails docked and dew claws removed. They go back and have their wellness check, shots, de-worming. Our pups are raised in our home with lots of love from us, our kids (15, 11, 2), and the cats. They are played with and handled several times daily.
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Feb. 1
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Feb. 1
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Feb. 1
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Feb. 1
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 4
Male • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Girl 4
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Girl 3
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 5
Male • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Miniature Schnauzer
Girl 1
Female • Went Home July 7, 2023
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 1
Male • Went Home July 7, 2023
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 2
Male • Went Home July 7, 2023
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 3
Male • Went Home July 7, 2023
Miniature Schnauzer
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Dec. 6, 2022
Miniature Schnauzer
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Dec. 6, 2022
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Dec. 6, 2022
Miniature Schnauzer
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Dec. 6, 2022
Miniature Schnauzer
melissa 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.
Puppy prices range from $1,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $100.
“This price includes AKC paperwork with full rights, vet records with shots and de-worming, tails being docked, and dew claws removed. Also each puppy will come with a puppy pack of goodies. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of sex or color.”
melissa 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 melissa 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 melissa directly.
Our puppies grow up with children ranging in ages from 2-15 in our home, cats, other dogs, and outside farm animals when they go outdoors. We will begin with crate/potty training prior to them leaving.
All puppies are vaccinated and taken to our vet for wellness checkup prior to going to their forever home.
We send our puppies home with Dew claws removed, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Vaccinations, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Food Starter Bag, and AKC Registration.
melissa offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
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 don't ship our puppies. You can come to our home, we can meet you at an airport listed above, we can drive and meet you up to 2 hours. Possibly can do further with additional charge. ”
Why melissa started breeding
My husband and I loved the breed and began our search for our new puppy. We found our beautiful girl Piper 3 years ago and fell in love so much with her we had to get more. She is so very smart, playful, just an overall fantastic dog we had talked about it and really wanted to try breeding her because we wanted to keep one of her puppies. We then found our boy Ace and began. We love it!
melissa is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
melissa’s program includes four colors
melissa’s Miniature Schnauzer puppies include liver, black and silver, salt and pepper, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Walker's Schnauzers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
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Miniature Schnauzer
About Ace
Ace is a male Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, melissa decided to make him part of their program. melissa has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Miniature Schnauzer
About Piper
Piper is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, melissa decided to make her part of their program. melissa has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.