Schnauzers Of Taylor
- Temple, TX
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Miniature Schnauzer litter
Due May 2026
Expected Schnoodle litter
Due May 2026
Planned Miniature Schnauzer litter
Due June 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Donna I., the breeder behind Schnauzers Of Taylor located in Temple, TX. I put a lot of personal care and attention into every puppy. I try to avoid chemical dewormers or flea control, keep my puppy area clear of any toxic cleaners or lawn products and feed a species appropriate diet of veggies and good food. I use early neurological stimulation and scent introduction to provide a dog with superior mental and emotional stability, same program used by the military and therapy dog organizations. Every puppy is raised around my family, other dogs, and are exposed to multiple environments prior to leaving our home. Parents are AKC registered and health tested. I am a minimal vaccination breeder. My adult dogs only receive titers before vaccines. Mini Schnauzers and Mini Schnoodles are sold as pet homes only unless arrangements and special approval are discussed. Mini Schnoodles will have natural tails and dewclaws. Mini Schnauzers may have tails and dewclaws left if picked and paid in full by day 3 of age. We utilize guardian homes for most of our adult dogs and we have whelpers that help us deliver litters. It takes a village to raise puppies right, love the adults as family and provide the best care possible. Holding fees are due in order to hold your puppy. Finial balances are due at 8 weeks either at go home vet check or at pick up. Puppies are required to be paid in full by 8 weeks. If a puppy stays past the date i have set for pick up there’s a $20 per day fee. We are a very small home Preservationist-Breed Specialist so expect to wait for special request our wonderful puppies!!
Q. & A. with Donna
Why did you start breeding?
My first schnauzer Pepper was such a joy and blessing for me in my teenage years. I don't think I would of survived them without him. Pepper was bought from a pet store and I remember my parents pulling every last penny they had to buy me this $300 dollar puppy. Little did we know how in love we would be with the schnauzer breed after that. Pepper lived to be 16 yrs old.What makes your program special?
We are a Christian family that loves schnauzers. Loves the breed and sleeps with one or more nightly. I started by only breeding for black miniature schnauzers but have added have added beautiful colors recognized by AKC like salt/pepper, livers or a parti. I guarantee every one of my babies. If you haven't got health and a breeder you can count on, it doesn't matter how beautiful or friendly a miniature schnauzer puppy is. Schnauzers can have many genetic conditions that are often un-foreseen. My goal is to produce the best quality, not quantity. A high quality miniature schnauzer is the combination of the steadfast health, the character with right temperament and the look of a schnauzer. Mini Schnoodles were added about 4 years ago for therapy options. Poodles are my next favorite breed, hypoallergenic and so smart. It only makes sense to have a mix of the best family pet breeds. We do not do this alone. We use guardian homes for our girls so they never have to worry about where they will retire to. We also have guardian homes that help us whelp the litters. Litters are raised by our protocols until weaned and then they come to our home. Holding fees are $800. Holding fees are non-refundable but are transferable to another litter. All finial payments are due at 8 weeks.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Miniature Schnauzer puppies include parti, liver, salt and pepper, black and silver, and black. Schnoodle puppies include parti, gray, black and white, black and tan, black, and apricot. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
River
Went homeMale
Asante
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Black girl red
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Donna
Donna 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, Donna partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We will observe litters from birth and through early neuro exercises. I can get a read on pups early as to what type of activity level a puppy will be. After over 25 years it’s pretty easy to tell very early from their actions. If you are looking for a therapy prospect please reach out to me. ”
Price
“Prices are based on colors and eye color. Flight nanny delivery available for separate fees. Your deposit holds your puppy. If you change your mind you may apply your deposit to another puppy in a future litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna 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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Donna.
Breeder's location
Meet in Temple, TX
1242 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Austin–Bergstrom Airport
1296 miles away
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More about Donna
Club memberships
Donna is a member of CPR, APRI , and AKC.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Inspected and Approved, Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, CPR , Embark DNA, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology), American Kennel Club Canine College.
Donna has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Schnauzers Of Taylor 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
Donna I.
Program update on 05 Apr •Donna I.
Litter update on 20 Mar •
Cash and Dori's litter
Donna I.
Program update on 17 Mar •Donna I.
Litter update on 12 Mar •
Red and Cici's litter
Donna I.
Litter update on 25 Feb •…Our Mini Schnauzer puppies don’t just “hang out”, we train their brains and bodies every single day. This jungle gym rotates with interchangeable toys to build: ✨ Confidence ✨ Curiosity ✨ Problem-solving ✨ Coordination Strong bodies. Sound minds. Well-rounded puppies. That’s how we do it here. 💛 #SchnauzersOfTaylor #MiniSchnauzerPuppies #EarlyNeurologicalStimulation #ConfidentPuppies #PuppyEnrichment
Rio and Neska's litter
Donna I.
Litter update on 13 Feb •Rio and Neska's litter
Donna I.
Litter update on 13 Feb •Rio and Neska's litter
Donna I.
Litter update on 08 Feb •Rio and Neska's litter
Donna I.
Litter update on 07 Feb •
Rio and Neska's litter
Donna I.
Litter update on 07 Feb •
Rio and Neska's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Miniature Schnauzer
Schnoodle
Poodle
Cash, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Cash
Cash is a male Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donna decided to make him part of their program. Donna 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.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Disease Panel.Chanel, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Chanel
Chanel is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Mia, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Mia
Mia is gentle-natured and loves morning walks, playing fetch, and belly rubs. Their calm, patient demeanor makes them wonderful around kids. She’s AKC registered with all recommended health clearances. .
Thunder, dad
Schnoodle
About Thunder
Produced here at SOT from our Thorin a mini schnauzer and Faith a mini poodle. It
Red, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Red
Red is a male Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donna decided to make him part of their program. Donna 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.
Sienna, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Sienna
Sienna is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Faith, mom
Poodle
About Faith
Faith is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel.Valencia, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Valencia
Valencia is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Mercy, mom
Poodle
About Mercy
Mercy is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel.Sky, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Sky
Sky is a very gentle sweet girl. She’s small at about 9 lbs with double blue eyes.
Winter, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Winter
Winter is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Miss Terri, mom
Schnoodle
About Miss Terri
Miss Terri is a female Schnoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Dori, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Dori
Dori is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Thorin, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Thorin
Fabulous fellow right here who is a love bug. AKC and DNA tested. He has amazing pups with many in therapy positions. He has a very german build and will add some stockiness into the lines. His dad comes from New Mexico lines with 14 grand champions first few lines. His babies will vary between a more classic coat to a super coat. This means some pups in the litter can be classic coated or super coated. He is not a barker even when somebody comes through the front door and is very very very laid back. He is our big baby Huey. XTREME STRONG LONGEVITY OF LIFE & HEALTH MULTIPLE GENERATIONS OF FAMILY HISTORY. GREAT GRANDSIRES STILL ALIVE IN PERFECT HEALTH! He weighs 16 lbs
Arty, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Arty
Arty is a male Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donna decided to make him part of their program. Donna 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.
Neska, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Neska
Neska is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Cici, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Cici
Cici is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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
Miniature Schnauzer
Schnoodle
Great level
Schnauzers Of Taylor 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.
Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases), Wisdom Panel, Full Embark Panel, DNA Profile
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 Donna to bring home their puppies.
Autumn H.
Verified owner · Mar. 2026
Donna was incredibly responsive, kind, and knowledgeable. We are first time puppy parents and couldn't be more excited to adopt from one of her litters. She gave us a lot of helpful tips for food, care, and play. I appreciate all she does for these pups and for those interested in adopting. She's the best.
Amber C.
Verified owner · Feb. 2026
We had a great experience with this Donna. She was very responsive, and answered all my questions in an. Timely manner. Our puppy was healthy, well-socialized, and had a wonderful temperament. Donna also provided helpful guidance for when we brought our puppy home. We highly recommend Schnauzers of Taylor to anyone looking for a healthy, happy puppy.
AWAlexandra W.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
+4I recently brought home my Mini Schnauzer puppy, and I couldn’t be happier with the entire experience! From the first message to delivery day, Donna was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in the health and wellbeing of our puppy Cookie (formerly Luna). If you’re looking for a puppy from someone who truly cares about their dogs, I highly recommend Donna. I’m so grateful for the wonderful start she gave my little one!
Charlotte B.
Verified owner · Mar. 2026
+6We adopted to puppies Paddington and Idéfix. Donna invited us to the vet visit and made sure we understood the process of vaccination and care. We received care instructions for puppy prep weeks before adoption day. We also received helpful tips of supplies to have ready days before adoption. We have been thankful the process was informative and helpful easing the early days of puppy hood times 2. Thank you Donna.
Lindsay T.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
+6We had such a wonderful experience with Donna! She was incredibly responsive and so helpful with all of our questions throughout the entire process. You can really tell she cares about her dogs and the families they go to. We are completely in love with our puppy — he has the sweetest personality and has been the best addition to our family.
Ann C.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
We love Donna! We have bought our second Schnoodle in just a little over a year . Great breeder . Top it off Penny got a sister from same parents .
