Erregen kennels
- Italy, TX
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Thomas K., the breeder behind Erregen kennels located in Italy, TX. We are professional handlers of Giant Schnauzers. It's our goal to produce healthy, show-quality pups with wonderful temperaments. As breeders, we are stewards of the future of our breed, so we are careful to always maintain ethical breeding practices. This includes proper health testing, intentional breeding for specific traits, and raising our puppies with proper socialization.
Q. & A. with Thomas
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with the breed as a teen 28 years agoWhere do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Bouncy boy
Went homeMale
Mr outgoing
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy
Went homeMale
Girl
Went homeFemale
Boy
Went homeMale
Girl
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Thomas
Thomas 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
“Akc paper vet records tail an dew claw removal additional fees for ear crops 500 .”
Contract & health guarantee
Thomas 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 Thomas 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 Thomas directly.
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
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- 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
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Thomas.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Italy, TX
5164 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dallas Fort Worth Airport
5132 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Thomas can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Thomas
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Handler, CHIC Certified, Professional Groomer.
Thomas has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Thomas was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Thomas is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Erregen 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
- TK
Thomas K.
Program update on 15 Jan. •
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Thomas K.
Litter update on 17 Dec. 2025 •
Bubba and Paisley's litter
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Thomas K.
Program update on 03 Dec. 2025 •Letting us know it’s feeding time
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Thomas K.
Litter update on 26 Nov. 2025 •
Bubba and Paisley's litter
Parent dogs
Paisley, mom
Standard Schnauzer
About Paisley
Gentle loving soul happy go lucky luv bug Great with other animals
Bubba, dad
Standard Schnauzer
About Bubba
Gch top producing akc blood line Multiple national lol winners
Parent health testing
Great level
Erregen 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 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.
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.
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).
