Harbinger Miniature Schnauzers

John S.

Breeder of Miniature Schnauzers

Oneonta, AL
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Meet the breeder

I'm John S., the breeder behind Harbinger Miniature Schnauzers located in Oneonta, AL. We love this breed and do everything we can to help it thrive. We give each of our dogs and puppies the best care that we can. It is such an honor to preserve the line of these incredible dogs all the while creating companionship for others. This is where amazing temperament, intelligence, and beauty meet! We currently breed and show in confirmation. We average about 1 -2 litters per year and do offer a waitlist. All our breeders are health tested, vaccinated and socialized. They live in the home with us.

Q. & A. with John

Why did you start breeding?
We purchased our 1st show dog and 1st show bitch. After AKC Championing them both it became obvious that they had the traits to preserve and better the Miniature Schnauzer gene pool. We breed for adherence the AMSC miniature schnauzer standard and are always trying to better our line. Concentrating of structure as well as temperament is utmost importance to our program.
What makes your program special?
Harbinger Schnauzers stands out for its focus on health, temperament, and conformation. The program carefully selects breeding pairs to ensure genetic health and well-rounded puppies. Early socialization in a loving home environment shapes confident, well-adjusted dogs. With transparency, lifelong support, and continuous education, Harbinger provides exceptional Schnauzers for families.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and silver and salt and pepper. 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.

Girl 2
Reserved
Female
Girl 1
Reserved
Female
Boy 1
Reserved
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Leo
Went home
Male

Getting a puppy from John

John has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

John partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.

Price

Puppy prices include a $250 refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

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“Price includes a health guarantee, AKC registration, 1st round of vaccinations, deworming as needed, basic potty training and puppy socialization. Tail docking is included. Ear Crop is case by case. In order to guarantee a choice of puppy once Litter has been anounced a Deposit of $200 will be requested.”

Contract & health guarantee

John 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 John 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 John 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
  - Socialized in new places
  - 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
  - Microchip
  - Vet records
- Extras
  - AKC registration
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Basic obedience & manners
  - Food & treats
  - Toys
  - Puppy starter kit
  - Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Oneonta, AL

611 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Birmingham Al

644 miles away

Meet in Chattanooga, TN

512 miles away

More about John

Club memberships
John is a member of Decatur KC, Huntsville KC, Birmingham KC, and American Miniature Schnauzer Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
John has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
John was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
John’s links

John is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Harbinger Miniature 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

John S.
Litter update on 25 July •
Caption: This was this morning. All three. At the gate. At the same time. For five weeks this whelping box has been their whole world — warm, safe, the only thing they've ever known. They've never questioned it. This morning they filed a formal complaint. Holly on the left, loudest one in the room. Mia in the middle, making her position clear. Brody on the right, already plotting. This is exactly what's supposed to happen at five weeks. The exploratory drive kicks in, the box stops being a home, and they start telling you it's time for something bigger. The weaning pen goes up today. They won.
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Oden and Freya's litter
John S.
Litter update on 19 July •
Continuing exposure to different surfaces and structures. This is the outdoor playpen being seen for the first time. More Harbinger standard puppy raising.
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Oden and Freya's litter
John S.
Litter update on 19 July •
Five weeks till go home. Look ENS at work. So comfortable on their backs. All started at day 3.
Oden and Freya's litter
John S.
Litter update on 11 July •
2nd feeding. Getting the hang of it.
Oden and Freya's litter
John S.
Program update on 10 July •
First feeding. Momma ready for weaning. They like it I think
John S.
Litter update on 05 July •
Week 3 is when I stop seeing puppies and start seeing individuals. Eyes open. Ears open. Moving with intention instead of instinct. Starting to interact with each other — not just pile together for warmth. This is when I start taking notes. Not for the application form. For placement. I'm watching who approaches everything first. Who watches before they move. Who recovers fastest when startled. Who seeks out my hand versus the one that tolerates it when I reach in. None of this is good or bad. It's all information. The family that gets each puppy isn't chosen at 7 weeks. It starts getting decided right now — at 3 weeks — by watching who each dog actually is. I'll start: the one pushing back hardest during restraint conditioning is also the first one moving toward anything new. Make of that what you will. What was the first personality trait that made you fall in love with your dog?
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Oden and Freya's litter
John S.
Litter update on 03 July •
Nail clipping, pups will be used to grooming before go home date
Oden and Freya's litter
John S.
Litter update on 28 June •
We have eyes
Oden and Freya's litter
John S.
Litter update on 21 June •
Sat night home with babies
Oden and Freya's litter
John S.
Litter update on 20 June •
First vet ckup for healthy babies since just after birth. 6 days old. All cleared. Yay. She doesn't seem bothered does she. That's the temperament we breed for. Reach out for more information.
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Oden and Freya's litter

Parent dogs

Freya, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Freya
Freya comes from Champion Lines and a long pedigree of AKC champs. All 5 health clearances including eyes. Proven Dam.
Uploaded health tests
Factor VII Deficiency, PRA, Miniature Schnauzer, +7 more.
Oden, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Oden
Oden comes from a long Championship pedigree. He is currently an AKC CH.
Lanie, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Lanie
Lanie comes from long Championship lines. She does not like the kaos of the show ring, she isn't being shown. She is extremely well tempermented will pass on that to her puppies.
Jax, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Jax
AKC GCHB, proven breeder
Luna, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Luna
Beautiful with wonderful type. Salt/pepper and black/silver carrier.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Harbinger Miniature 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.
PRA, Miniature Schnauzer, Persistent Müllerian Duct Syndrome
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).