Sterling Schnauzer's

Elliot E.

Breeder of Miniature Schnauzers

Sterling, ID
Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Elliot E., the breeder behind Sterling Schnauzer's located in Sterling, ID. Our goal is to raise good tempered, healthy, sturdy, and adaptable family companions. Schnauzers are incredible family pets. I want to give others a chance to have a lovely experience with a healthy good-tempered Schnauzer. All my pups come from great tempered health tested parents and are raised around cats, dogs, and children. They get early training and ENS (early neurological stimulation).

Q. & A. with Elliot

Why did you start breeding?
I got my first Schnauzer from my grandmother when I was 9 years old. Ever since I have wanted to give others the chance to own a healthy happy schnauzer like I was able to do. I grew up with my mother who raised Poodles and Chinese Cresteds so I had already had a lot of experience with raising puppies and grooming.
What makes your program special?
I do a lot of early training with my pups, as well as ENS, which has been proven to improve heart health, their ability to adapt well to changes, and handle stress better. My pups get started on house training, crate training, litterbox training, leash training, and basic commands to make it easier for new dog owners. I will also help match puppies to puppy buyers and their lifestyles.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white, parti, and liver. 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.

Crew
Reserved
Male
Maxwell
Reserved
Male
Birdie
Reserved
Female
Maverick
Reserved
Male
Barry
Reserved
Male
Azriel Crouton
Reserved
Male
Teddy
Reserved
Male

Getting a puppy from Elliot

Elliot 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.

Elliot 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.

“We carefully evaluate each pup and match them with potential buyers based on their lifestyle, wants, and needs.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

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“The price includes puppy training, registration papers, puppy care kit, vet checkup, vaccines, microchip, and deworming. Deposit goes toward the price of the pup. All pups are the same price, unless they are purchased with breeding rights.”

Contract & health guarantee

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

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Sterling, ID

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Salt Lake City Airport

Meet in Salt Lake City, UT

More about Elliot

Elliot has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 month
Elliot was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Elliot’s links
- Facebook

Elliot is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Sterling Schnauzer's 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

Elliot E.
Litter update on 30 Apr •
The pups have started litter box training and got introduced to food and water today. A couple took some nibbles of their food and all drank some water. As soon as I put the litter box in several peed in it!
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Cadbury and Roxy's litter

Parent dogs

Cadbury, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Cadbury
Cadbury is a very sweet pup. He is very loyal and listens very well. He stays right by me on walks and does amazing with all other animals. He’s a typical barky schnauzer but listens well when told to be quiet.
Roxy, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Roxy
Roxy is a gentle shadow. She loves children and will follow me everywhere. She is a very quiet dog. I can count on 1 hand how many times I have heard her bark. She gets along well with all animals and people.
Zuzu, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Zuzu
Zuzu is a wonderful dog. She is up to do anything and loves adventures. She is very snuggly and absolutely loves kids.

Parent health testing

Sterling Schnauzer's 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.
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).