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Piper - AKC , Imported champion lines
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About Piper - AKC , Imported champion lines
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PIPER – AKC Black & Silver Miniature Schnauzer Female
Meet Piper, a gorgeous AKC Black & Silver Miniature Schnauzer with bright silver markings, expressive eyes, and the sweet, confident personality the breed is known for. She combines beautiful breed type with generations of carefully planned Happy Beards breeding focused on health, temperament, and lifelong companionship.
Piper's dam, Happy Beards Fabulous Phoebe, is a retained Happy Beards female descending from imported Ecuadorian champion bloodlines through Faridal Jean Grey. Her sire, Happy Beards When Doves Cry, is a third-generation Happy Beards male tracing back to Bellatrix and our foundation female, Lola. This pairing represents decades of thoughtful breeding dedicated to producing outstanding Miniature Schnauzers.
Since 1992, Happy Beards has proudly bred Miniature Schnauzers with an emphasis on health, temperament, and correct breed structure.
Piper is being raised in our home with:
• Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS)
• Daily handling and socialization
• Exposure to household sights and sounds
• Litter box training before going home
Piper goes home with:
• AKC Registration (limited)
• Tail docked & dewclaws removed
• Microchipped
• Vaccinated & dewormed
• Veterinary health examination
• Puppy starter kit
• Blanket with mom's scent
• 30 days of Trupanion health insurance included (no waiting period)
• Written health guarantee
• Lifetime breeder support
Located in Utah.
Pickup at our home, Salt Lake City International Airport, halfway meetups, or flight nanny delivery with a Happy Beards representative (never a third party). Reasonable transportation fees—please ask for a quote.
Since 1992, Happy Beards has focused on raising Miniature Schnauzers with exceptional temperaments, excellent health, and lifelong breeder support. We'd love to help you find your next family member.
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Coat Colors:
Black
White
Coat Pattern:
Bicolor
Why I stand out
Vaccinated
Vaccinated
Veterinary exam
Veterinary exam
Champion blood
Champion blood
Champion sired
Champion sired
Health guarantee
Health guarantee
Registrable
Registrable
About The Seller
Happy Beard Schnauzers
Member for
4 years
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Email Address Verified
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Licenses
USDA not required
State not required
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Miniature Schnauzer
Puppies
What's it like owning a Miniature Schnauzer?
Miniature Schnauzers may look like lap dogs, but they’re more likely to chase animals around the yard or stand guard at the door than be lazy couch potatoes. These loyal dogs are bundles of energy that enjoy spending time with their owners, protecting the home, and being your #1 companion. Full-grown, they typically weigh 11-20 pounds and stand 12-14 inches tall.
Do Miniature Schnauzers do well in a busy household?
Miniature Schnauzers are generally excellent with children of all ages. Miniature Schnauzers are not the warmest dogs upon initial introduction, but once they get acquainted with you, they’re sweet and loving. Their wariness around strangers usually leads to lots of barking, especially when they’re around other dogs. They're very vocal and bark quite a lot.
What activities do Miniature Schnauzers enjoy most?
Miniature Schnauzers are athletic pups that can barely contain their energy. They need to be exercised multiple times a day to stay healthy and avoid getting into trouble. These dogs love to run, play in the yard, practice earth dog or tracking activities, and do anything that gets their heart pumping. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.
How much grooming does a Miniature Schnauzer need?
Miniature Schnauzers have typical terrier-style coats. A soft, thick undercoat keeps them warm and is topped by a wiry outer coat. Their notable features include long hair on their chin and face, which gives them expressive eyebrows and a beard. Grooming-wise, this breed is fairly high-maintenance. Miniature Schnauzers are considered hypoallergenic, which can be a plus for allergy sufferers.
Are Miniature Schnauzers a good fit for apartment living?
Miniature Schnauzers are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. They can live outdoors in moderate or warm areas but prefer to spend most of their time indoors with family. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.
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