Ironwood Schnauzers
- Lake Elsinore, CA
- Responds within an hour
Meet the breeder
I'm John L., the breeder behind Ironwood Schnauzers located in Lake Elsinore, CA. We raise Miniature Schnauzers in-home with a focus on health, temperament, and structure. Our dogs are part of our daily life, and each litter receives hands-on care, early socialization, and attention to ensure they grow into confident, well-balanced companions.
Q. & A. with John
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding through my own experience raising and caring for dogs and wanting to produce well-balanced, healthy companions.What makes your program special?
I keep my program intentionally small so I can give each dog and litter the attention they deserve. Puppies are raised in-home and exposed to daily household activity from an early age, helping them develop into confident, well-balanced companions.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and silver, salt and pepper, and black. 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.
Hunter
Went homeMale
Rowan
Went homeMale
Azriel
Went homeMale
Violet
Went homeFemale
Nesta
Went homeFemale
Cassian
Went homeMale
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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, John partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“I take care in placing each puppy with the right home. Buyers are screened and approved, and puppies are matched based on temperament and lifestyle once they are old enough to be properly evaluated, ensuring the best fit for both the puppy and the family.”
Price
“The price includes a health guarantee, tail docking, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, and a full vet check prior to going home. Puppies are raised in-home with early socialization and come well-adjusted and ready for family life. . A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a puppy and is applied toward the total purchase price. Placement is determined in the order deposits are received. Includes AKC registration and microchip.”
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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from John.
Breeder's location
Meet in Lake Elsinore, CA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Ontario Airport
Flexible meeting point
John can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about John
John has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months
John was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
John is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ironwood 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 L.
Program update on 22 May •Tiny paws, big personalities 🐾 ⚽️
John L.
Litter update on 21 May •…Rowan 💙 A little more shy at first but such a sweet boy once he warms up. He’s very smart, loves playing with toys, and has a calm gentle personality 🐾
Chester and Athena's litter
John L.
Program update on 21 May •…Hunter 💚 One of the more active black puppies but still very calm and sweet. He’s playful, curious, and loves following everyone around. His thicker fluffy coat makes him look like a little teddy bear 🐾
John L.
Litter update on 21 May •…Nesta (pink) & Violet (purple) out for a potty break 💕 The only girls in the litter and both are so sweet. Nesta loves cuddles and being held, she’s definitely the little snuggle bug of the group. Violet is playful, curious, and always ready for fun. These two are also catching on to potty training the fastest already 🐾
Chester and Athena's litter
Parent dogs
Athena, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Athena
Athena is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, John decided to make her part of their program. John 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
Ironwood 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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
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).
