Searching for miniature schnauzer puppies and are located in Michigan?
As a trusted Miniature Schnauzer breeder, Fernweh Schnauzers has been matching our Miniature Schnauzer pups with devoted Michigan families for over a decade. We interview and personally match each puppy with their adopter family.
Our home is located in Indiana. Historically, Michigan families have used our in person delivery service or have drove to pick up at our house.
Delivery: One of our family friends can drive your new pup directly to your home
Home Pickup: You are welcome to travel to our Indiana home for pickup
We are recognized as one of the top Schnauzer breeders in the country and have over a decade experience
We are uniquely known for producing Healthy and Socialized Miniature Schnauzers
Highly reviewed by our past adopters – 4.9 star Google review average
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Health Tested Parents
We have over a decade of bloodline improvement.
Health examines focus on:
Hereditary Diseases, Digestive, Patellar Tendons, Eyes, Hips, Heart, and Tail
Head to Tail Puppy Examination
Performed by our licensed veterinarian
Customized personality profiling
We do personality testing to ensure that each puppy is a good match for their family
Platinum Health Guarantee
Personal follow-up after puppy goes home
We are fully invested in supporting our adopters during the critical transition period
Each of our Puppies come with:
-AKC Registration from “Bred With Heart AKC Breeder”
-Bag of puppy food
-Internal parasite prevention
-Blanket that has been with their litter
-First puppy grooming
-Starter toys
-Fully up to date on vaccinations
Finding the right miniature schnauzer puppy for its perfect home!
Through extensive experience, we have refined our adoption process to emphasize the match between each miniature schnauzer puppy and their adopter family. We know that successful adoptions begin with pairing the right schnauzer with the right family.
1. Phone Interview – While miniature schnauzer puppy questionnaires are useful, direct communication through phone calls is invaluable. We’ll discuss work schedules, family dynamics, pet experience, and goals to confirm a Fernweh Miniature Schnauzer suits your household. Given your Michigan location, clear communication and strong relationships form the foundation for finding your ideal pup.
2. Deposit – We require a $500 non-refundable deposit (please add a 4% processing fee if using credit/debit card) to secure your place on our wait list for the next available miniature schnauzer puppy or current puppy available.
3. Miniature Schnauzer Selection – When an adopter reaches the front of our waiting list, we begin the puppy matching process. We’ll review personalities* (details below), discuss the strengths and considerations of each mini schnauzer puppy available before making a choice. While the final puppy selection rests with the adopter, we provide comprehensive guidance and information for the best decision. We consider it our responsibility to give you complete information for an informed choice. Michigan adopters receive the same thorough support and detailed information needed to select the right puppy for your family.
*Miniature Schnauzer Puppy Personality Assessment – To ensure proper matching of each puppy with their ideal family, we must evaluate each personality thoroughly. We complete our personality assessment through extensive time with each puppy, observing energy levels and dominance/submissive traits. This evaluation requires puppies to reach approximately 5 weeks of age before we can accurately assess each puppy’s personality. Some adopters ask (and we decline) to select their puppy as early as 1 to 2 weeks of age. This early selection approach lacks insight and frequently results in poor matches as the adopter cannot understand the miniature schnauzer they are choosing before their decision.
4. Mini Schnauzer Puppy Preparation and pickup or delivery coordination After matching an adopter with their miniature schnauzer puppy, we’ll coordinate pickup or delivery scheduling and provide the adopter with a puppy supply checklist they’ll need before welcoming their new miniature schnauzer puppy! For Michigan families, we’ll work through arrangements and help you decide between traveling for pickup or having one of our family members deliver your puppy to you in Michigan.
Your Fernweh puppy comes home with complete AKC registration documents, current health records including vaccinations and deworming, comprehensive veterinary documentation, and a thoughtful starter kit containing toys, quality puppy food, a detailed care guide, and a familiar-scented blanket from their litter.
Yes! Every puppy receives thorough veterinary examinations and stays current with all age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming protocols before joining your family.
Your puppy will have been introduced to crate basics and simple commands. However, miniature schnauzer puppies typically develop full housetraining readiness around 10-12 weeks of age, so continued training at home will be necessary.
Our puppies go home at 10 weeks of age. This extra time with their mother and siblings provides valuable socialization and developmental benefits that set them up for success.
Please arrange a veterinary appointment within 72 hours of bringing your puppy home. We recommend scheduling this visit before pickup or delivery day. Because we have worked with many Minnesota adopters over the years, we do have some vet clinics that we recommend. We provide a list of highly reviewed vets in Minnesota that can help you located an experienced Schnauzer vet if you haven’t already done so.
Certainly! We have comprehensive nutritional recommendations available on our website’s nutrition page.
Our home is located in Northern Indiana, where our family has deep roots and has been raising schnauzers for years.
Yes! For Michigan, we prefer to drive. We provide personal puppy delivery through our family’s delivery service. Your puppy travels safely and ethically with a family friend of ours, following all USDA and state transportation regulations. He makes sure your new pup has a comfortable trip on their way to you.
Absolutely! We welcome personal pickups and enjoy meeting our puppy families. We’ll review everything in your puppy package and ensure you feel confident before heading home.
A deposit secures your spot on our waitlist or reserves a specific puppy. The remaining balance is due at pickup or delivery. Our miniature schnauzer puppies are often reserved quickly, so early planning is recommended.
Our puppies receive veterinary care from our best-in-state vet clinic, Auburn Hills Animal Hospital. We register all puppies through AKC’s purebred registry and proudly maintain our “Bred With Heart” AKC recognition. We comply with all state and USDA requirements for puppy care and transport.
Definitely! We feel it is essential to support our out of state adopters. We’ll check in personally after your puppy arrives and review their care package together. We’re committed to ongoing support and welcome any schnauzer-related questions as your puppy grows. Even our out of state adopters like Minnesota will receive world class support from our family.
Miniature schnauzers have unique characteristics and health considerations. With our years of breed-specific experience and access to veterinary consultants, we can provide knowledgeable guidance on schnauzer health matters.
The pages from our website our helpful: https://fernwehschnauzers.com/most-important-aspect-of-breeding-healthy-puppies/
Yes! We have extensive resources and experience with schnauzer-specific training, nutrition, and behavior. Our website features helpful articles on housetraining, crate training, and proper nutrition for miniature schnauzers.
Here are some links we recommend from our website: https://fernwehschnauzers.com/separation-anxiety/ https://fernwehschnauzers.com/how-to-potty-train-a-miniature-schnauzer/ https://fernwehschnauzers.com/puppy-behavioral-issues/
Yes! Maintaining AKC registered purebred lineages is fundamental to our program. You’ll receive all necessary AKC documentation to register your puppy after adoption.
Email works best for most questions and ongoing communication. For urgent health concerns, we’re happy to schedule phone consultations to provide immediate support.
Over the years we have worked with many Michigan based Miniature Schnauzer adopters. Here is information we have compiled that might be helpful for future adopters.
Southeast Michigan: Dr. Jennifer Thompson, DVM – Great Lakes Animal Hospital, Detroit Board certified in small animal dermatology with specialized training in lake effect weather health management, Dr. Thompson has extensive experience managing hereditary schnauzer conditions including pancreatitis, urinary stones, and coat-related skin issues common in Michigan’s humid lake climate.
Why We Recommend: Many of our adopter families value that Dr. Thompson truly grasps the schnauzer temperament and takes time to explain breed-specific health considerations for Great Lakes living. Our families particularly appreciate her expertise in managing seasonal coat changes and the dietary sensitivities common in miniature schnauzers during Michigan’s dramatic weather transitions.
West Michigan: Dr. Robert Kim, DVM – Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists, Grand Rapids Recognized for his expertise with small breeds and four-season lake climate health, Dr. Kim employs a comprehensive approach to preventive care and collaborates closely with specialty veterinarians for complex cases involving genetic conditions common in miniature schnauzers.
Why We Recommend: Our west Michigan families appreciate that Dr. Kim remembers each dog’s individual personality and seasonal lake activity preferences. Several of our adopters have shared how he helped them prepare their schnauzers for Michigan’s harsh winters while managing digestive sensitivities with specialized diet plans that work well near the Great Lakes.
Northern Michigan: Dr. Amanda Rodriguez, DVM – Pine Ridge Animal Medical Center, Traverse City With over 30 years treating small breeds and extensive experience with Upper Peninsula and northern lake region pets, Dr. Rodriguez provides specialized care for terriers and maintains emergency availability for severe winter weather situations.
Why We Recommend: Many of our northern Michigan families value the winter weather expertise and the fact that Dr. Rodriguez understands schnauzer-specific needs during blizzards and lake effect snow events. Our adopters consistently mention how the entire team treats their schnauzers with genuine care and remembers their seasonal migration patterns between summer cottages and winter homes.
Southeast Michigan: Dr. Jennifer Thompson, DVM – Great Lakes Animal Hospital, Detroit Board certified in small animal dermatology with specialized training in lake effect weather health management, Dr. Thompson has extensive experience managing hereditary schnauzer conditions including pancreatitis, urinary stones, and coat-related skin issues common in Michigan’s humid lake climate.
Why We Recommend: Many of our adopter families value that Dr. Thompson truly grasps the schnauzer temperament and takes time to explain breed-specific health considerations for Great Lakes living. Our families particularly appreciate her expertise in managing seasonal coat changes and the dietary sensitivities common in miniature schnauzers during Michigan’s dramatic weather transitions.
West Michigan: Dr. Robert Kim, DVM – Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists, Grand Rapids Recognized for his expertise with small breeds and four-season lake climate health, Dr. Kim employs a comprehensive approach to preventive care and collaborates closely with specialty veterinarians for complex cases involving genetic conditions common in miniature schnauzers.
Why We Recommend: Our west Michigan families appreciate that Dr. Kim remembers each dog’s individual personality and seasonal lake activity preferences. Several of our adopters have shared how he helped them prepare their schnauzers for Michigan’s harsh winters while managing digestive sensitivities with specialized diet plans that work well near the Great Lakes.
Northern Michigan: Dr. Amanda Rodriguez, DVM – Pine Ridge Animal Medical Center, Traverse City With over 30 years treating small breeds and extensive experience with Upper Peninsula and northern lake region pets, Dr. Rodriguez provides specialized care for terriers and maintains emergency availability for severe winter weather situations.
Why We Recommend: Many of our northern Michigan families value the winter weather expertise and the fact that Dr. Rodriguez understands schnauzer-specific needs during blizzards and lake effect snow events. Our adopters consistently mention how the entire team treats their schnauzers with genuine care and remembers their seasonal migration patterns between summer cottages and winter homes.
Why Our Families Love This: One of our Detroit families mentioned their reserved schnauzer gained confidence after joining monthly meetups. Another family developed lasting friendships through the Grand Rapids group – they now take regular lake cottage trips together with their schnauzers!
Why Our Families Love This: Our adopters frequently mention Michigan’s Great Lakes shores as their schnauzer’s favorite summer destination. One family drives from Lansing weekly because their schnauzer learned to love both the cool lake water and the soft sand dunes at Warren Dunes.
Why Our Families Love This: Adventure families tell us the UP provides unmatched natural beauty for schnauzer exploration. One family makes Mackinac Island their annual tradition and says their schnauzer has become an expert at carriage rides and knows every fudge shop that welcomes dogs!
Why Our Families Love This: State park families consistently mention how Michigan’s diverse parks helped their schnauzers experience different ecosystems. One family turned their monthly state park visits into a photography tradition – they say their schnauzer actually poses among different forest settings!
Why Our Families Love This: College town families appreciate the intellectual atmosphere and youthful energy. One Ann Arbor couple said their schnauzer has become a “campus celebrity” who knows which coffee shops provide the best people-watching and student attention!
Why Our Families Love This: Heritage-minded families tell us these activities helped their schnauzers understand Michigan’s agricultural diversity. One Traverse City family says their schnauzer has become an expert at orchard visits and actually knows the difference between different fruit tree smells!
Why Our Families Love This: Our winter-loving families say these activities transformed their “house schnauzer” into a snow enthusiast. One family’s schnauzer became so skilled at snowshoeing, they now participate in winter dog events – and their dog clearly loves Michigan winters as much as summers!
Special Michigan Considerations: Michigan’s Great Lakes location creates unique weather patterns requiring comprehensive gear for miniature schnauzers – from winter protection during lake effect snow events to cooling strategies during humid summers. Be prepared for dramatic seasonal changes, including sudden weather shifts near the Great Lakes. The state’s extensive shoreline also means different microclimates, so pack layers for temperature variations. Watch for seasonal allergies during Michigan’s lengthy spring pollen season, and consider the unique challenges of lake effect snow which can create sudden whiteout conditions requiring indoor backup plans!
We are currently accepting deposits to join our waiting list for future miniature schnauzer puppies of many different colors. If you are interested in adding a Fernweh Schnauzer to your family we would encourage you to reach out to us via an email or phone conversation. Please be advised that we are known through the country as a breeder of high quality miniature schnauzer puppies and are in high demand. Be sure to reach out and plan in advance when considering a future Fernweh addition. Adopters who plan ahead and join our waiting list are preferred and treated as such during the adoption process. Click Here to see our puppies!
