the love of schnauzers
The loyalty
If you are here then you either know the love of a schnauzer or you are looking for insight into this amazing breed.
Keep reading for fun stories, tips and other valuable information regarding the love of schnauzers.
I discovered this breed when I found one dumped in the desert about 10 years ago.
Since then I have become involved with rescues and fostering due to finding out how truly smart, loyal and funny these babies are!
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They love to talk!
Miniature schnauzers tend to be very loyal and want to please their human
If you treat them right and show them what you want they are eager to learn
It is important to note here that minis can be talkers!
Bailey here has a very high pitched bark and will bark at any unknown noise she hears
Don't worry, she is protecting you!
Yea, yea ..but she looks so innocent eating her veggies
Before getting a schnauzer be sure to decide if you are ok with hearing their voice!
Aiming to Please
Miniature schnauzers generally love to be loved
Don't all dogs deserve to be loved?
Treat your schnauzer right and they will try really hard to make you happy
Marley was over 5 years old when she joined the family and once she realized she was in a real home she was eager to get started!
Here is Marley using the doggie doorbell it took time for her to learn
Quite an endeavor but she succeeded!
Who says old dogs can't learn new tricks?
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Schnauzers with style
Once you bring your new best friend home be sure to get them a name tag first thing!
While your new fur baby is acclimating they may try to run and you want to ensure they can find their way back to you
I highly recommend having them microchipped, another plus when adopting, most are microchipped already!
There are many types of collars and tags to choose from
Now, back to collars and tags
Personally I have a few different ones for my pets. Bailey likes to demolish hers so it's always a good idea to have extra on hand
Choose from handmade or commercial....leather, paracord, fabric. So many choices!
Did I mention I make collars and tags as well? When you get a chance check out my new website!
See some of my favorites here
Choose a collar with the right size and weight for your pup
You want one that will not slip off but also will not choke them
I like softer styles for Marley as she does not pull and walks at my heels. Bailey needs something a bit tougher
Choose a collar, leash and tag to go with your doggie's personality!
If you want to check out my site I can do custom themed collars as well....any fellow Harry Potter fans out there?
How about Pokemon? Yes I'm a fellow nerd
Rescues are awesome
We support local rescues
As many of you may know by now my minis are rescues
As someone who used to prefer to get puppies from a very young age I grew to realize how awesome a rescued fur baby can be!
Schnauzers are a great breed to adopt as they tend to keep their "smarts"
If you've not had a chance to read Marley and Bailey's stories I highly recommend it if you are at all considering a mini schnauzer for your family
Watching a dog become a dog is one of the most rewarding things I have ever experienced
Seeing them grow, learn and change is amazing
Seeing them learning to love life is even better!
marley's story
bailey's story
Remember when searching for your next family member to shop the local rescues
There are so many wonderful dogs out there waiting for a forever home!
And you don't have to be in a hurry, adopting a dog is a long commitment so take your time ensuring you find the perfect fit!
see AZ rescues we support here
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The schnauzer nose
Schnauzers are terriers which means they LOVE to sniff things out
There is nothing I love more than that schnauzer nose!
So irresistable it needs a "boop"
Minis are excellent at sniffing out critters living in your yard or even in your house
Here in AZ Bailey digs for gophers and prairie dogs
But watch out for those scorpions!
Be sure to take care of that Schnauzer snoot
Your furry friend's nose is how they greet new people and recognize things around them.
For the most part a dog's nose can take care of itself. For my dogs, however, I need to help it along sometimes.
Bailey likes to root out critters around the yard and will inevitably find a bug that bites.
Lucky for her she can handle a scorpion sting without too much trouble.....ouch!
When things like that happen definitely call your emergency vet first! Once you determine your best friend is ok here are a few home remedies for those irritating bites and other snoot related remedies
bug bites
dry nose
allergies
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LET'S TALK TOYS
Rope Toys DIY
Handmade or store bought?
As with most things dog related there are endless amounts of toys available for your adorable pet
Where to start?
I like a good mix of homemade and store bought toys myself
Your fur baby will inevitably tell you what they like best!
I do make some handmade dog toys but most of them are pretty easy to make at home
Rope toys can even be made with old clothes you already have around the house
If you prefer to make your own, check out this quick tutorial
If you prefer handmade but don't have the time I've got you!
You can check out toys we have for sale on our website
If you prefer store bought I've got some great suggestions for you there as well
Either way your Schnauzer baby will love any play time they have with you
If you have the patience you can even teach them to put their toys away!
Bailey ALMOST got that one. She would take her toy to the basket but not drop it
Well halfway is better than none of the way!
Speaking of toy basket, what do you use?
I love choosing baskets that go with my decor
Check out some of my favorites
my favorites store bought toys
Toys at Marley and bailee
cute toy baskets
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The scoop on poop
If you are anything like me you don't appreciate having to watch for other dog's leftovers on your walks
However, I also don't believe in adding more plastic to our already heaping landfills
My Schnauzers spend most of their outside time in our own back garden
But we do enjoy the occasional stroll to the local green area
When we head out for our mini adventure I am sure to bring something to pick up after my pups
There are other alternatives to plastic poop bags
And surprisingly many options to choose from
Biodegradable, compostable or if you're feeling REALLY save the planet-y you can bring some tissue
I won't be trying that one but to each his own right?
If you are considering changing to a more ecofriendly option you can see a few here
ECO FRIENDLY POOP BAGS
While you're at it check out some adorable leash/harness/poop bag sets for your little mini
Everyone loves a stylish pooch!
Lastly, how about a cute sign for your own yard as a gentle reminder to your neighbors
WALKING LEASH SETS
CUTE PICK UP POOP SIGNS
Potty training
Potty training should be done at an early age
However, when you rescue a dog there is no guarantee you will get a puppy.
Don't worry! If your older pup comes to your home with a little potty issue you can still train him or her to go outside.
Marley was 5 years old when I brought her home and had never had any type of training!
Lucky for me, she quickly picked up the Schnauzer trait of wanted to please her human so we got to work!
I settled on this EverNary doorbell in white
First I reseached different ways to train a new dog to figure which would be easiest.
I settled on a door bell as Marley is incredibly food motivated. Like most dogs!
Now to decide what type of doorbell.
There were two type I was deciding on and either would have worked. I personally liked the electronic as it is more my aesthetic....modern and minimal.
If cost is more of a factor you can choose one that hangs on your door handle instead. Either can work well.
I make my own version of this one that can be found in the products section of MarleyandBailee.com.
We are working on getting a Amazon store going so if you prefer Amazon, here is a similar product.
These are made in materials such as leather or cords and contain bells. Just be sure to choose one that has bells that actually ring!
In addtion to the bell you'll need some incentive.
There are many type of training treats available out there, for Marley I used buddy budder.
It sticks to the doorbell ringer but is easilly cleanable
There are also many flavors to choose from. I used bacon but look, they have pumpkin for fall! Another favorite is banana
Pumpking Buddy Budder