AOC Kennels

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Nyx F.

Breeder of Miniature Schnauzers

  • Chicago, IL

Meet the breeder

I'm Nyx F., the breeder behind AOC Kennels located in Chicago, IL. We raise our puppies with total care and attention so they can become well-socialized and loving additions to their forever homes! We are proud of the loving, smart, beautiful, and sound puppies we’re able to provide for others. Our goals are always evolving and we’re eager to see what each new litter brings!

Q. & A. with Nyx

  • 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 Nyx

Nyx 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 $500 - $700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Every puppy comes with full AKC registration. If you are picking your puppy before 8 weeks you can put down a $500 to hold the puppy of your choice.”

Contract & health guarantee

Nyx 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 Nyx 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 Nyx 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
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Chicago, IL

4327 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport

4332 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Nyx can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Nyx

  • Club memberships

    Nyx is a member of Stone City Kennel Club.

  • Nyx has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Nyx was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Nyx’s links

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Nyx is a trusted Good Dog breeder

AOC Kennels 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

AOC Kennels 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 Miniature Schnauzers.

  • 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel

    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 Nyx to bring home their puppies.

  • Alyssa S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    We adopted our Murphy from her and was and is an incredible experience! Murphy is healthy and vibrant and a joy! He came socialized! He is the sweetest boy and we are thankful for him! Highly recommend this breeder!! She is sweet and goes above and beyond during the waiting period until your pup is home with you!!

  • Ann H.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2024

    Nyx was absolutely great to work with; she returned my calls and messages and was very flexible in setting up a time for me to come pick up my puppy. I am SO HAPPY with this little puppy who I have named Atticus. I can tell that he has been trained in Puppy Culture from early on. What an amazing difference it makes to have a great breeder and one who cares so much about her puppies. Nyx is a gem. I can't thank her enough. Sincerely, Ann H.

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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.

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.

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