Amandus Standard Schnauzers

Cary G.

Breeder of Standard Schnauzers

  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Cary G., the breeder behind Amandus Standard Schnauzers located in Pismo Beach, CA. As the founder of Amandus Standard Schnauzers, I’m devoted to producing Standard Schnauzers that excel in health, temperament, conformation, and performance. I love my dogs!

Q. & A. with Cary

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got into breeding Standard Schnauzers after my Grand Champion Bronze and Master Agility dog, Grant, and his mate, Grand Champion Bronze Gracy, inspired me to preserve their exceptional health, temperament, and versatility through careful breeding.

  • What makes your program special?

    I’m devoted to producing Standard Schnauzers that excel in health, temperament, conformation, and performance, with pedigrees that celebrate the breed’s heritage while ensuring its preservation.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies are pepper and salt. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Cary

Cary has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"Purebred puppies from AKC-registered dam and sire. Limited registration will be made available upon proof of spay or neuter at 12 to 18 months of age. ."

Contract & health guarantee

Cary may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Cary offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Cary directly.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cary.

Breeder's location

Meet in Pismo Beach, CA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at San Luis Obispo County Airport (McChesney Field)

More about Cary

  • Club memberships

    Cary is a member of SLOKC, SSCA, SSCSC, and SSCNC.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified.

  • Cary has been a member of Good Dog for 12 months

    Cary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

Cary is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Amandus Standard Schnauzers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Amandus Standard Schnauzers reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Standard Schnauzers.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • DNA Disease Panel, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (Schnauzer Type)

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Cary to bring home their puppies.

  • Giuliana P.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    Cary raised some incredible puppies. Our Bonnie immediately bonded with us, she’s the sweetest, silliest, confident girl we are so lucky to have in our life. Cary was super responsive, and took extreme care to confirm the health of the parents. Before landing with Cary, we spoke with many breeders both in California, Germany and The Netherlands. Cary is the most transparent, diligent and up to date with the best health backgrounds and regimens for his standard schnauzers. Cary and Amandus Schnauzers prioritize balanced, well socialized, confident and healthy pups who exhibit exceptional personality, structure and wellness. We were looking for a reputable breeder who is dedicated and devoted to strong dogs who get to live out fulfilling lives with the right families who are equally as devoted and loving. We found the right match with Cary! 10000/10!

    rheanna f.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    Cary did a great job with these dogs; you can really tell how much they care about the breed and want what's best for them. We were sent updates along the way, and when we picked her up, we were sent home with food they'd been eating, and a blanket they had all slept with to make the transition easier. We've never owned a standard, and couldn't be happier; she's smart, energetic, and very well adjusted.

  • JD

    Joan D.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    Cary was very helpful in picking out our puppy and finding one that would fit our family. He let us visit all the pups and also saw the parent dogs. He really cares about the health of all the dogs that he raises and he answered all our questions.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.