Shelton’s Schnauzers of Southern Virginia
- Hurt, VA
Upcoming litters
Planned Miniature Schnauzer litter
Due Feb. 2027
Meet the breeder
I'm Tamika S., the breeder behind Shelton’s Schnauzers of Southern Virginia located in Hurt, VA. Raising happy, healthy mini schnauzer puppies from our family pets in our home with lots of love 💕 🐾.
Q. & A. with Tamika
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include parti, liver, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Tamika
Tamika 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, Tamika partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“The price includes first round of shots, deworming and socialization.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tamika 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 Tamika 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 Tamika 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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tamika.
Breeder's location
Meet in Hurt, VA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
Meet in Lynchburg, VA
More about Tamika
Tamika has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Tamika was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Tamika is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shelton’s Schnauzers of Southern Virginia 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
Tamika S.
Litter update on 03 Sept •Can’t wait to see these beauties puppies expected in February 2027!
River and Brooke's litter
Parent dogs
Brooke, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Brooke
Brooke is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tamika decided to make her part of their program. Tamika 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.
River, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About River
River is a male Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tamika decided to make him part of their program. Tamika 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
Shelton’s Schnauzers of Southern Virginia 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.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
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).
