I'm Julie C., the breeder behind Craft-ed Schnauzers located in Elkview, WV. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Q. & A. with Julie
Why did you start breeding?
I started my own breeding program a year ago, after experiencing the intelligence of Miniature Schnauzers, the sturdiness, activity level to do all things as a loyal family member. I was hooked and wanted to share with betterment of the breed.
What makes your program special?
My ladies are pre-screened and have approval from my vet before breeding. They're dna and health tested and have yearly ofa eye exams. All of my girls have regular health visits, yp to date on accines parasite prevention well into whelping. I also have my vet pre approve stud dogs that are dna and health tested. My puppies are all vet checked and all puppy care is done by my vet. They also come with a 1 year health guarntee.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Julie
Julie 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 between $1,400 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“First check up and tails and declaws are removed. De-worming schedule of 2, 4. and 6 weeks of age. 1st vaccines. All medical is done by my licensed vet. Vet referrals are availuable. Iyear health guarntee.”
Contract & health guarantee
Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie directly.
Craft-ed 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
Parent dogs
Piper, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Piper
Piper is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Julie decided to make her part of their program. Julie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Zuko, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Zuko
Zuko is a male Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Julie decided to make him part of their program. Julie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Sassy, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Sassy
Sassy is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Julie decided to make her part of their program. Julie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Craft-ed 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 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.
Full Embark Panel, 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).