Searching for miniature schnauzer puppies and are located in Pennsylvania?
As a trusted Miniature Schnauzer breeder, Fernweh Schnauzers has been matching our Miniature Schnauzer pups with devoted Pennsylvania families for over a decade. We interview and personally match each puppy with their adopter family.
Our home is located in Indiana. Historically, Pennsylvania 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 ideal miniature schnauzer puppy for your Pennsylvania family!
Our adoption process has been refined over many years to ensure each miniature schnauzer puppy finds their perfect match. We focus on compatibility between each schnauzer and their new family, believing that successful adoptions begin with the right pairing.
1. Phone Consultation – While questionnaires have their place, nothing replaces a genuine conversation. We’ll discuss your daily routine, household dynamics, and what you’re looking for in a schnauzer to ensure one of our puppies is right for you. Given your Pennsylvania location, establishing clear communication and building a strong relationship are crucial for finding your ideal puppy.
2. Reservation Deposit – A $500 non-refundable deposit (add 4% for credit/debit card processing) secures your position on our waiting list for the next available miniature schnauzer puppy.
3. Puppy Matching Process – When your turn arrives on our list, we’ll guide you through selecting your puppy. We’ll discuss temperaments* (details below) and explore each mini schnauzer puppy’s unique traits to help you make an informed choice. While the final decision is yours, we provide comprehensive support and insights throughout. Pennsylvania families can count on receiving all the guidance needed to select the right puppy.
*Miniature Schnauzer Temperament Assessment – Proper matching requires understanding each puppy’s individual personality. We observe and interact with puppies extensively, evaluating their activity levels and confidence. This assessment process begins around 5 weeks of age when personalities become clearly defined. We discourage selections at 1-2 weeks old, as this premature approach often leads to mismatches since puppies’ personalities aren’t yet developed.
4. Preparation and Delivery Planning – After matching you with your miniature schnauzer puppy, we’ll coordinate pickup or delivery dates and provide a comprehensive supply checklist. For Pennsylvania families, we’ll work through transportation options – whether you prefer visiting our home in person or having one of our family members drive your puppy to you in Pennsylvania.
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 Pennsylvania adopters over the years, we have veterinary clinic recommendations available. We provide a list of well-reviewed vets in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania, 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.
Through years of working with Pennsylvania miniature schnauzer families, we’ve gathered valuable regional insights for future adopters.
Eastern Pennsylvania: Dr. Margaret Chen, DVM – Main Line Animal Hospital, Wayne Board-certified in small animal medicine with specialized training in terrier breeds, Dr. Chen focuses on preventive care for genetic conditions common in miniature schnauzers, including diabetes, pancreatitis, and eye disorders.
Why We Recommend: Pennsylvania families appreciate Dr. Chen’s thorough approach to schnauzer health screening. Several adopters credit her early detection protocols with preventing serious health issues. Her Saturday wellness clinics make it convenient for working families.
Central Pennsylvania: Dr. Robert McKenzie, DVM – Centre Animal Hospital, State College Former veterinarian for Penn State’s veterinary teaching program, Dr. McKenzie brings academic expertise to private practice with particular experience in schnauzer-specific conditions and nutritional management.
Why We Recommend: Our central PA families value Dr. McKenzie’s educational approach – he teaches owners to recognize early warning signs specific to schnauzers. One family mentioned how his dietary recommendations completely resolved their schnauzer’s chronic ear infections.
Western Pennsylvania: Dr. Sarah Holzman, DVM – North Hills Veterinary Hospital, Pittsburgh Specializing in small breed dentistry and preventive care, Dr. Holzman understands the importance of dental health in miniature schnauzers and offers specialized cleaning techniques for smaller mouths.
Why We Recommend: Pittsburgh families love that Dr. Holzman takes dental health seriously – crucial for schnauzers prone to dental issues. Multiple adopters told us her gentle approach makes even nervous schnauzers comfortable during exams.
Jennifer Walsh, CPDT-KA – Keystone Canine Training, Chester County Certified trainer with 20 years focusing on terrier breeds, Jennifer offers both group classes and private sessions. Her positive reinforcement methods work particularly well with the schnauzer’s intelligent but independent nature.
Why We Recommend: Our families report breakthrough moments in Jennifer’s classes. One adopter shared how Jennifer helped them understand their schnauzer wasn’t being defiant – he just needed puzzle-solving incorporated into training. Her “Terrier Brain Games” class is especially popular.
Mark Filippone – Steel City Dog Training, Pittsburgh Former military dog handler turned civilian trainer, Mark specializes in building confidence in small breeds through structured play and socialization. His urban training walks help city schnauzers navigate busy environments.
Why We Recommend: Pittsburgh families praise Mark’s ability to build confidence in timid schnauzers. Several adopters mentioned their dogs went from hiding behind their legs to confidently exploring downtown Pittsburgh after his urban socialization program.
Why Our Families Love This: One family makes Valley Forge their weekend tradition, saying their schnauzer has memorized every chipmunk hideout. Another mentioned the Pine Creek Trail’s crushed limestone is gentle on their senior schnauzer’s joints.
Why Our Families Love This: A Philly family told us these meetups gave their schnauzer a “beard brigade” of best friends. The Pittsburgh group’s indoor winter option is perfect for maintaining socialization year-round.
Why Our Families Love This: Families enjoy combining Pennsylvania history with exercise. One adopter said their schnauzer loves the Strasburg train rides so much, he recognizes the route and gets excited before they even arrive.
Why Our Families Love This: With Pennsylvania weather, indoor options are essential. Families report their schnauzers stay active year-round thanks to these facilities. One adopter calls Zoom Room their “rainy day salvation.”
Why Our Families Love This: Our families use markets for socialization training. One Lancaster family says their schnauzer has become the “mayor” of their Saturday market, greeting vendors and customers alike.
Why Our Families Love This: These activities tap into schnauzer instincts. One family discovered their “couch schnauzer” was actually a barn hunt champion in disguise – now they compete statewide!
Why Our Families Love This: Pennsylvania’s seasons offer variety. Families tell us their schnauzers have favorite activities for each season – from leaf pile jumping to gentle snow romps.
Special Pennsylvania Considerations: Pennsylvania’s variable weather requires adaptability. Miniature schnauzers need protection from both summer humidity and winter cold. Keep paw balm handy for salted winter sidewalks, and consider a light coat for temperatures below 40°F. During humid summers, exercise during cooler morning or evening hours, as schnauzers can struggle with heavy humidity on those adorable bearded faces!
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!
