Zion Miniature Schnauzers

Raised by Katie R.

Certified Breeder of Miniature Schnauzers

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder
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Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Zion Miniature Schnauzers located in Templeton, CA. We have been proudly breeding AKC certified Miniature Schnauzers for 18 years. We breed black, black & silver, and salt & pepper Miniature Schnauzers. We focus on health, temperament and agree to the AKC confirmation standard.

Katie’s experience

  • What makes Katie’s program special

    We have proudly been breeding for 19 years, and offer AKC certified Miniature Schnauzers. All our dogs are bred in my home, with special attention put toward temperament and conformation. All of our puppies here at Zion Miniature Schnauzers are crate, leash, and mostly potty trained before they leave my home to yours.

Getting a puppy from Katie

Katie 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 $1,500 - $3,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $1,000.

“We crate, leash & potty train our puppies making their transition into your home as stress-free as possible. 1-2 shots, dewormed, and Frontline Plus given. Vet checked and Health Guaranteed. Deposit are non-refundable yet transferable to another litter of same value, to the next litter. Deposits are taken once puppies are born. I reserve one puppy for Guardian Home per litter.”

Contract and health guarantee

Katie 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 Katie 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 Katie directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are raised in a family household with adult dogs and a cat. I make sure all puppies are crate, leash and potty trained before going to their new homes. Socialization starts at day one and we focus on trust and bringing homeostasis to their daily lives. Puppies are surrounded by my 7 children and are loved on daily. We also groom regularly: wash, clippered, nails trimmed and blow dry. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Early socialization, Basic Obedience Commands, Noise desensitization, Human Interactions , Basic manners, Name recognition , Potty training, crate training, Sit Command, "No" Biting or Chewing, Crate Training, Leash Walking, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Potty Training, Socialized with Children, Socialized with Elderly, Grooming Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Touch Desensitization, Household Desensitization, crate training, and Human contact from birth, and on daily basis.

Puppy health practices

All puppies are vaccinated, dewormed, given Frontline Plus and seen by a licensed veterinarian before going to their new homes. Health guaranteed. Dewclaws and tails removed by vet.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Informational packet, Favorite Toy and Blanket, Puppy Supply List, Zion Miniature Schnauzer Sales Contact, Guardian Home Contract, AKC Registration forms, Vet records , Health guarantee, and AKC Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in Templeton, CA 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 transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Katie

  • Why Katie started breeding

    Over the years, I have been able to be a work-at-home mom and homeschool my six kids.. because I grew up with my parents raising and showing Golden and Labrador Retrievers I have great mentoring and im able to contribute to the household financially by breeding a smaller, loyal, non-shedding, hypoallergenic and wonderful dog. What a great breed!

  • Katie has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Katie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Katie’s program includes three colors

    Katie’s Miniature Schnauzer puppies include salt and pepper, black and silver, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

Katie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Zion Miniature 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 Katie's parent dogs

All breeds

Miniature Schnauzer

Parent health testing

Miniature Schnauzer

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Zion Miniature 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 Miniature Schnauzers.

  • 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.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

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