Searching for miniature schnauzer puppies and are located in New Hampshire?
As a trusted Miniature Schnauzer breeder, Fernweh Schnauzers has been matching our Miniature Schnauzer pups with devoted New Hampshire families for over a decade. We interview and personally match each puppy with their adopter family.
Our home is located in Indiana. Historically, New Hampshire families have used our in person delivery service or have flown out 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
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
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Matching the correct miniature schnauzer puppy with its forever home!
Through years of experience, we have developed our adoption process to focus on the compatibility of each miniature schnauzer puppy with their adopter family. We believe that a successful adoption always starts with placing the correct schnauzer with the correct family.
1. Verbal Interview – Miniature Schnauzer Puppy questionnaires are great, but verbal interaction via a phone conversation really cannot be beat. Expect to talk about work schedule, family/pet structure, and expectations to ensure a Fernweh Miniature Schnauzer is the best fit for your family. Because of your New Hampshire location, communication and a good relationship are important foundations. They are essential to working towards finding the best pup possible for your family.
2. Deposit – We require a $500 non refundable deposit (please add a 4% processing fee if using credit/debit card) to join our wait list for the next miniature schnauzer puppy available or current puppy available.
3. Miniature Schnauzer Selection – Once an adopter has made their way through the waiting list, we will begin the puppy selection process. Personalities will be discussed* (read more on this below), and the pro’s and con’s of each mini schnauzer puppy available will be weighed before a selection. Ultimately, a puppy selection is made by the adopter, but we will do our best to provide support and information to make the best decision. We believe it is our job to give you all the information possible to make the best decision. If you are in New Hampshire, know you will receive the support and information you need to pick the correct puppy for your family.
*Miniature Schnauzer Puppy Personality Profiling – In order to ensure we understand (and correctly match) each puppy with their correct family we must understand each personality. We conduct our personality profiling by spending a large amount of time with each puppy and noting both their energy levels and dominance/submissive levels. This process requires each puppy to be around 5 weeks of age before we can confidently profile each puppy’s personality correctly. Some adopters request (and we deny) to choose their puppy as early as 1 to 2 weeks of age. This selection approach is short sighted and often ends in disaster as the adopter has no idea what kind of miniature schnauzer they are purchasing before their selection.
4. Mini Schnauzer Puppy Prep and Pickup or Delivery Information – Once we have matched an adopter with their miniature schnauzer puppy, we will transition to setting a pickup or delivery date and preparing the adopter with a puppy supply list they will need before getting their new miniature schnauzer puppy! If you are from New Hampshire, we will begin to work through logistics and help you make the best decision – either traveling for an in person pickup or using one of our family members to deliver your puppy to you in New Hampshire.
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. Through our work with numerous New Hampshire adopters over the years, we have veterinary clinic recommendations available. We provide a list of well-reviewed vets in New Hampshire that can help you find a qualified Schnauzer veterinarian if you haven’t selected one yet.
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 New Hampshire, we prefer to drive. We provide personal puppy delivery through our family’s delivery service. Your puppy travels safely with a family friend of ours, following all USDA and state transportation regulations. He delivers our pups ethically and comfortably to your home.
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 quite a few New Hampshire based Miniature Schnauzer adopters. Here is a pool of information that we have gathered that might be helpful for future adopters.
Southern New Hampshire: Dr. Amanda MacDonald, DVM – Granite State Animal Hospital, Manchester Board certified in small animal emergency medicine with specialized training in extreme cold weather pet care, Dr. MacDonald has extensive experience managing hereditary schnauzer conditions including pancreatitis, kidney stones, and cold-related health issues specific to New Hampshire’s harsh winter climate.
Why We Recommend: Many of our adopter families appreciate that Dr. MacDonald truly understands schnauzer temperament and takes time to explain breed-specific health considerations for New Hampshire living. Our families especially value her expertise in preventing frostbite and managing the dietary sensitivities common in miniature schnauzers during New Hampshire’s lengthy winter seasons.
Central New Hampshire: Dr. Robert Johnson, DVM – Lakes Region Veterinary Specialists, Laconia Known for his expertise with small breeds and four-season lake climate health, Dr. Johnson takes a comprehensive approach to preventive care and works closely with internal medicine specialists for complex cases involving genetic conditions common in miniature schnauzers.
Why We Recommend: Our Lakes Region families love that Dr. Johnson remembers each dog’s personality and individual lake house schedules. Several of our adopters have mentioned how he helped them navigate their schnauzer’s digestive sensitivities with customized diet plans that work well in New Hampshire’s variable climate from seacoast to mountains.
Northern New Hampshire: Dr. Jennifer Thompson, DVM – White Mountain Animal Medical Center, North Conway With over 25 years treating small breeds and extensive experience with mountain region and tourism area pets, Dr. Thompson offers specialized care for terriers and maintains emergency hours for skiing season injuries and outdoor recreation incidents.
Why We Recommend: Many of our northern New Hampshire families appreciate the mountain expertise for those “my schnauzer got too cold on Mount Washington” hiking situations. Our adopters consistently mention how the entire staff treats their schnauzers like VIPs and remembers their seasonal ski lodge schedules.
Laura Wilson, CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP – Live Free Dog Training A Certified Professional Dog Trainer with special expertise in terrier breeds and extreme weather training, Laura offers both in-person and virtual training throughout New Hampshire. Her background includes mountain rescue dog training and she has a Master’s degree in Animal Behavior, bringing a scientific approach to understanding schnauzer behavior during New Hampshire’s harsh winters and outdoor recreation culture.
Why We Recommend: Our families rave about Laura’s ability to explain the “why” behind schnauzer behaviors in extreme cold. One adopter told us Laura helped them realize their schnauzer wasn’t being difficult about winter hikes – he was showing intelligent cold avoidance that needed proper mountain gear and safety techniques. Many families love that she offers virtual follow-ups, perfect for quick questions about new behaviors.
Mike Anderson – University of New Hampshire Extension Services Offering affordable weekly training classes that welcome all skill levels, Mike has developed specific techniques for working with intelligent, independent breeds like schnauzers in New Hampshire’s mountain climate and tourist environments. His group classes create a supportive environment where small dogs can learn without feeling overwhelmed by seasonal crowds or extreme weather.
Why We Recommend: Our adopters can’t stop talking about these reasonably priced classes! Several families drive across the state to attend because Mike makes training fun for both dogs and humans while teaching New Hampshire-specific challenges like winter safety and leaf-peeping crowd navigation. One family told us their schnauzer actually gets excited on “school nights” and waits by the door with his “Live Free or Die” bandana.
Why Our Families Love This: One of our Manchester families told us their shy schnauzer completely came out of her shell after attending monthly meetups. Another family made their best human friends through the Lakes Region group – they now take regular White Mountain camping trips together with their schnauzers!
White Mountains and Presidential Range
Why Our Families Love This: Our adopters consistently mention the White Mountains as their schnauzer’s “summit experience.” One family drives from Nashua monthly because their schnauzer learned to love the cool mountain air and dramatic granite formations at Franconia Notch.
Why Our Families Love This: Several families have told us the Lakes Region provides perfect summer relief for schnauzers from hot weather. One family makes Winnipesaukee their monthly tradition and says their schnauzer knows every boat dock that welcomes four-legged passengers!
Why Our Families Love This: Maritime heritage families say these activities transformed their “mountain schnauzer” into a coastal explorer. One family’s schnauzer became so good at historic site visits, they now participate in colonial reenactments – and their dog clearly loves the attention from history enthusiasts!
Why Our Families Love This: Shopping families tell us New Hampshire’s tax-free advantage combined with dog-friendly outlet centers makes for perfect family adventures. One couple said their schnauzer has become a “shopping expert” who knows which outdoor malls provide rest areas and water stations!
Why Our Families Love This: Foliage families consistently mention how New Hampshire’s autumn displays helped their schnauzers experience peak New England beauty. One family turned their annual leaf-peeping drives into a photography tradition – they say their schnauzer actually poses at scenic overlooks!
Why Our Families Love This: Our weather-prepared families say these activities saved their sanity during New Hampshire’s brutal winters and unpredictable mountain weather. One family’s schnauzer became so skilled at ski lodge navigation, they now help other dogs find heated areas during blizzard conditions!
Special New Hampshire Considerations: Remember that miniature schnauzers require the most comprehensive winter protection due to New Hampshire’s extreme cold temperatures (often below -20°F in the mountains) and heavy snow. Invest in high-quality arctic gear, including insulated booties for icy trails and heated indoor exercise options during the harshest months. New Hampshire’s dramatic elevation changes from seacoast to mountain peaks mean rapidly changing weather conditions, while the state’s tourism seasons bring heavy leaf-peeping crowds in fall and ski crowds in winter. Mountain areas require extra attention to altitude adjustment and sudden weather changes, while the state’s “Live Free or Die” outdoor culture means many activities involve rugged terrain requiring proper paw protection!
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!
