I'm Barbara W., the breeder behind Zurilgen Family of Miniature Schnauzers located in Merced, CA. Committed to responsible breeding & our puppies’ temperament, loyalty, increasing health, longevity & ease of training is top notch. Their sweet, loyal, & playful disposition is AAA+ I am committed to this breed w/top tier intelligence & best family pet for families. call today xmas.
Q. & A. with Barbara
Why did you start breeding?
I started breeding because of my deep love & natural talent w/animals & dogs. I
I felt a strong calling to learn and teach puppy parents about dogs, helping them build stronger bonds. My journey began at 13 when I started training in novice obedience and competing professionally. I am also a dog trainer for hire.
What makes your program special?
I producing quality, healthy AKC Miniature Schnauzers. At 4 wks they learn to go up & down stairs. Successful Potty training at 3 wks. I give 4 hrs of free puppy training to future families. Additionally, I begin painless grooming sessions early, fostering a positive experience that sets the foundation for a well-adjusted, confident, and happy companion.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are 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.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Thor
Went home
Female
Jazmina
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Barbara
Barbara has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $1,600 non-refundable deposit and $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara directly.
Zurilgen Family of 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
Parent dogs
Kaden, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Kaden
Kaden, is an incredible dog, he sleeps with me every night. Just this morning he woke me up right on time by nudging me, not barking. Kaden is a quiet dog as is all my Miniature Schnauzers. Kaden is playful with an excellent demeanor. He loves on his puppies as soon as they are born as due the mothers of puppies including Gemma. Nobody could not love Kaden.
Promise, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Promise
Promise is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barbara decided to make her part of their program. Barbara 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.
Leo, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Leo
Leo is a male Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Barbara decided to make him part of their program. Barbara 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.
Gemma, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Gemma
Gemma is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barbara decided to make her part of their program. Barbara 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
Zurilgen Family of 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.
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).