California Miniature
Schnauzer Rescue
—Rescued Dogs In New Homes 2021

Even with life being largely shut down because of COVID-19 for most of the year, California Miniature Schnauzer Rescue re-homed about 28 Miniature Schnauzers and other dogs during 2020. There were very few Schnauzers in California shelters after COVID-19 hit. As a result, we rescued a number of Schnauzers from China. They were nice, easy to place dogs, but it was very expensive to hve them flown from China, which necessitated a big fund-raising effort. We ae immensely grateful to all those who made donations to make the rescues possible.

In addition, CMSR helped pull, transport and/or vet many large dogs for out of town rescues. Most of these were dogs who were about to be euthanized if the out of town rescues had not agreed to take them.

We thank our volunteers, our fosters, our donors, and our partner rescue groups. Without their wonderful help, many of those dogs would have died instead of enjoying their lives in great new homes.

18 Dogs Adopted in 2021

Rescue Schnauzer Max

Max is an almost 5 year old black and silver male Miniature Schnauzer. He weighs about 20 lbs. Max needs a new home because his owner passed away.

Max is very friendly with people, dogs, cats, and kids. His only foible is that he does not like walking on tile or through narrow doorways.

Max appears to be in good health. His teeth are nice and white. Max is neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccinations.

Max was adopted on December 20, 2021, just in time for Christmas in his new home. He was adopted by a family in Santa Ana. He will join a female Schnauzer named Abby who has been lonely since her companion passed away. Hopefully, Max and Abby will quickly become close friends.

Rescue Schnauzer Mickey

Mickey is an approximately 3 year old male Miniature Schnauzer, who we rescued from the Contra Costa animal shelter.

Mickey is shy when he first meets strangers, but warms up quickly and loves his humans. He also gets along well with other dogs. Mickey is playful and has quite a bit of energy.

Mickey likes to go on walks and is easy on a leash. Mickey needs a little structure, but we think he would do great in a home with someone who will give him lots of love and attention, while also setting some boundaries for him.

Mickey appears to be in good health. He is neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccinations.

Mickey was adopted on December 18, 2021 by a family from San Ramon.

Rescue Schnauzer Mix Angie

Angie is a 4 year old, 18 lb., female Miniature Schnauzer mix. We are not sure of Angie's parentage, but she looks like a Miniature Schnauzer / Italian Greyhound mix. Angie has natural ears and tail. Whatever her lineage, Angie loves everyone, gets along with other dogs, and does not shed.

Angie had a fractured pelvis when we got her. She has had surgery for the pelvic fracture and it has healed.

Angie loves people and is friendly with other small dogs. She is housebroken. She loves to cuddle.

Angie appears to be in good health. She is spayed, microchipped, and current on vaccinations.

Angie was adopted on October 17, 2021 by a lady in San Mateo who has owned BOTH Miniature Schnauzers and an Italian Greyhound in the past. A few days after adopting Angie, she said Angie combines the best of both breeds.

Rescue Schnauzer Puppy Keiko

Keiko is a 10 month old male salt & pepper Miniature Schnauzer puppy. He has natural ears and a natural tail. He weighs about 18 lbs.

Keiko is friendly with high energy.

Keiko is housebroken and knows how to use a dog door.

Keiko appears to be in good health. He is neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccinations.

Keiko was rescued by Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of San Diego. Keiko was adopted in October 2021 by someone who found him through the courtesy listing we posted for him. We are told that Keiko loves his new home and that his adopters love him.

Rescue Schnauzer Sylvie

Sylvie is a eight year old female Miniature Schnauzer who we rescued from the Sacramento Animal Control shelter where she was brought in as a stray.

Sylvie was spayed and had a dental done while staying with her foster, Suzi. A big thank you to Cherry Creek Veterinary Clinic in Antelope for their excellent care and for squeezing Sylvie into their schedule so that Sylvie could go to her new home quickly.

Sylvie was adopted by a couple in Sacramento on August 31, 2021. Shejoins two other dogs in her new home.

Rescue Schnauzer Puppy Mary

Mary is a young Miniature Schnauzer puppy born on March 10, 2021. Mary has natural ears and a docked tail. She weighs about 10 lbs. We are not sure if she is a purebred Schnauzer. She looks like a Schnauzer but she is cream/tan where she would normally be white. On the other hand, Mary has a docked tail and people rarely dock tails on mixes.

Mary is a high energy puppy. She needs a new home because she was too exuberant for the older Maltese-Poodle with which she was sharing a home and would not take no for an answer when she wanted to play.

Mary is timid with strangers but will be licking a face within minutes. She loves playing with other dogs but needs to learn to back off when the other dog gets tired of playing with her. We have not had her around kids but we suspect she'd love older, respectful kids.

Mary appears to be in good health. She is vaccinated and microchipped. Her adopters will have to commit to have her spayed.

Mary was adopted on July 17, 2021 by a family from Ventura who have owned Schnauzers before. Mary took to them immediately and, of course, they already adore her—because who could not love a happy, enthusiastic puppy like Mary.

Rescue Schnauzer Schatzy

Schatzy is an 8 year old salt & pepper Miniature Schnauzer with natural ears and a docked tail. He weighs about 24 lbs. Schatzy needs a new home because he sharing a home with a 5 year old hyperactive child who knows no boundaries, and who is making Schatzy's life miserable. Accordingly, Schatzy's owner would prefer a home for him with no young kids.

Schatzy loves to just sit next to his present owner and her husband. He enjoys being petted and giving love back. He is equally content with being groomed.

Schatzy enjoys the company of other dogs as well.

Schatzy is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccinations, and recently had a dental done. Schatzy is in generally good health but is being fed Hills Z/D prescription dry dog food because he has a sensitive stomach and other foods have caused problems, and he had 3 seizures last fall which have been controlled since them by twice daily doses of levetiracetam (Keppra). Schatzy's owner has offered to provide a bag of Z/D and a filled prescription for levetiracetam to Schatzy's adopter.

Schatzy was adopted on June 27, 2021 by a single lady who works from home in Lafayette. He will be an only dog for the time being.

Chinese Rescue Schnauzer Doogie Schnauzer

Doogie Schnauzer is a 2 1/2 year old salt & pepper Miniature Schnauzer with natural ears and a docked tail. He weighs about 18 lbs.

Doogie was the only Schnauzer in a shipment of about 25 dogs from China who arrived on New Year's Day 2021. Like most Schnauzers, and especially the ones from China, Doogie is an EAGER eater. Doogie is a bit hesitant at first but quickly warms up to strangers—even more quickly if they come bearing biscuits. Doogie gets along with other dogs. We have not had him around young children or cats.

Doogie appears to be in good health. He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations. He tested negative for both screwworm and heartworm.

Doogie was adopted on June 18, 2021 by a family in Sacramento who has no other dogs. Doogie took to them instantly!

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Chinese Rescue Schnauzer Annie

Annie is a 5 year old salt & pepper Miniature Schnauzer with natural ears and a docked tail. She weighs about 14 lbs. We rescued Annie with several other Miniature Schnauzers from China in October 2020.

Annie is super friendly and relaxed with other dogs. However, it might take her a few days to trust people in her new home. Annie is timid with new people and can be reactive until she feels comfortable with new people she meets. The ideal home for Annie is an all adult, active family with one or two other friendly dogs. Annie's new family must be willing to be patient and work with her fears until she feels confident and safe.

Annie LOVES to go out for a walk, and she is used to 2 walks a day. She can easily walk a mile and can trot most of the way.

Once Annie gets settled in, she enjoys being petted and likes to cuddle up on her owner's lap. She still needs more socialization to build up her confidence with new people.

Annie appears to be in good health. She is spayed, micro-chipped and up to date on vaccinations. She tested negative for heartworm. Her foster is working on house training and she is making progress. Her new family must be willing to work on house training. Her foster family is working to teach her to go and out of the dog door.

Annie was adopted by her fosters in San Jose on June 1, 2021. She is sharing a home with a couple of Chihuahas. They love Annie and she loves them.

Rescue Dog Peppie

Peppie is a 4 1/2 year old salt & pepper Miniature Schnauzer. He has natural ears and a docked tail. Peppie weighs about 25 lbs.

Peppie needs a new home because his owner has moved in with her son and daughter-in-law, who already have as many dogs as they can keep.

Peppie is a bit hesitant with strangers but warms up to them if they are nice to him. He gets along with other dogs. He has not been around cats or young children.

We think Peppie would likely be best in an adults-only home or one with teenagers.

Peppie appears to be in good health. He is neutered, microchipped, and current on his vaccinations.

Peppie was adopted on May 10, 2021 by a Pasadena lady who has owned Schnauzers before. Peppie is settling into his new home and enjoying all the attention he is getting.

Chinese Rescue Schnauzer Tina

Tina is an about 4 year old salt & pepper Miniature Schnauzer with natural ears and a docked tail. She weighs about 15 1/2 lbs.

Tina is cheerful and likes to be around people and other dogs. Sadly, Tina has lost most of her sight due to progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) and will eventually be completely blind. We did not know she was blind before we got her, but it quickly became evident when she was bumping into things and our vet confirmed that PRA was the cause.

Tina appears to be in good health. She came with a health certificate and we had her checked by out vet here. Tina is spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations. She tested negative for screwworm (which is found in China). Tina had a fair amount of tartar on her teeth, but we had them cleaned and they are now sparkling white.

Tina was adopted on March 31, 2021 by the Upland couple who adopted Bing Feng a couple of weeks earlier. The girls join an older Miniature Schnauzer named Missy. Hopefully the three girls will become fast friends.

Chinese Rescue Schnauzer Puppy Da Xue

Da Xue and Xiao Xue are 7.5 month old black and silver Miniature Schnauzer sister puppies rescued from China. They have natural ears and very short docked tails. Da Xue weighs about 17 lbs. Xiao Xue is much smaller than her sister. Xiao Xue weighs about 11 lbs.

Both Da Xue and Xiao Xue are lively and effusively friendly, though they are hesitant with strangers until they get to know them. Both like other dogs.

Da Xue and Xiao Xue appear to be in good health. They came with health certificates and we had them checked by our vet here. Each is spayed, microchipped and current on vaccinations. They tested negative for screwworm (which is a requirement for dogs coming from China).

Da Xue and Xiao Xue were adopted together on March 29, 2021 by a couple from Morgan Hill. Both husband and wife are nurses and they are prior Schnauzer owners.

Chinese Rescue Schnauzer Puppy Xiao Xue

Both Da Xue and Xiao Xue are lively and effusively friendly, though they are hesitant with strangers until they get to know them. Both like other dogs.

Da Xue and Xiao Xue appear to be in good health. They came with health certificates and we had them checked by our vet here. Xiao Xue had a couple of retained puppy teeth, which our vet removed. Each is spayed, microchipped and current on vaccinations. They tested negative for screwworm (which is a requirement for dogs coming from China).

Da Xue and Xiao Xue were adopted together on March 29, 2021 by a couple from Morgan Hill. Both husband and wife are nurses and they are prior Schnauzer owners.

Chinese Rescue Schnauzer Bing Feng

Bing Feng is a 4 year female Miniature Schnauzer. Sadly, Bing Feng is blind, due to Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA).

We sent a copy of Bing Feng's ophthalmology records to Dr. Gus Aguirre, a retinal specialist at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. Here is what he said:

The fundus picture is all I need which shows that the dog has advanced retinal degeneration. From the records (+ dazzle and PLR) which I assume are from may/2020, she has light perception and possibly limited vision in bright light. This will progress, usually quite fast so that whatever vision she has will be lost within 1-1.5 years. However, they do adapt well. Eventually most will develop cataracts, but surgery does not help. [CMSR note: Surgery for cataracts does not improve sight if the retina no longer detects light.]

Bing Feng is healthy, and is very friendly. She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations. She tested negative for heartworm and screwworm.

Bing Feng went to a wonderful new home in Upland, CA, on March 14, 2021. She joins an older Miniature Schnauzer named Missy, who had lost her companion Schnauzer reccently. Bing Feng and Missy seem to be on their way to a great friendship.

Chinese Rescue Schnauzer HuMei

HuMeiis an about 2 year old salt & pepper Miniature Schnauzer with natural ears and a docked tail. She weighs about 15 lbs.

HuMei arrived on 12/27/2020 along with WuWu and MaMa.

HuMei is friendly and outgoing. Like the other Chinese dogs, HuMei's favorite thing in life is eating. HuMei gets along well with other dogs. We have not had her around young children or cats.

HuMei appears to be in good health. She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations. She tested negative for heartworm and screwworm.

HuMei was adopted in February 2021 by a family from La Cañada, CA. She joins a black female Schnauzer named Lora. The two have become good friends.

Chinese Rescue Schnauzer MaMa

MaMa is a 3 1/2 year old black & silver Miniature Schnauzer with natural ears and a docked tail. She weighs about 17 lbs.

MaMa arrived on 12/27/2020 along with WuWu.

MaMa is friendly and outgoing. Like the other Chinese dogs, MaMa's favorite thing in life is eating. MaMa gets along well with other dogs. We have not had her around young children or cats.

MaMa appears to be in good health. She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations. She tested negative for heartworm and screwworm.

MaMa was adopted on February 21, 2021 by a family from Alhambra, CA. She joins a senior Schnauzer named Shazzy and two children who adore both Shazzy and MaMa (now named Bao Be).

Rescue Schnauzer Mix Foxy

Foxy is a nice, friendly Schnauzer / Terrier mix. She is about 4 to 5 years old and weighs about 35 lbs. We rescued Foxy from the Los Angeles County Carson shelter. Foxy is dark gray with a white patch on her chest.

Foxy was emaciated when we first got her and had notable weakness in her hindquarters, but there was no injury visible on her xrays. Our vet recommended taking her home, getting her up to normal weight, and see whether the weakness was getting worse, getting better or staying the same. She added that there would likely be some improvement as Foxy gained weight and muscle mass.

Dr. Hart was right. Foxy is now able to run around the yard and play with the other dogs. The only sign of problems is that she slips when making a quick turn on a relatively slick surface (a painted concrete patio).

Foxy appears to be in good health, although her teeth have been worn down, perhaps from chewing on rocks. She is spayed, microchipped and current on vaccinations.

Foxy was adopted on February 8, 2021. Thanks to our friends at Big Bones Canine Rescue in Windsor, Colorado, for finding Foxy a great new home.

Chinese Rescue Schnauzer WuWu

WuWu is a 3 year old salt & pepper Miniature Schnauzer with natural ears and a docked tail. She weighs about 15 lbs.

WuWu is the smallest of the three who arrived on 12/27/2020. She is friendly and loves to be held and cuddled. Like the other Chinese Schnauzers, WuWu's favorite thing in life is eating. WuWu gets along well with other dogs. We have not had her around young children or cats.

WuWu appears to be in good health. She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations. She tested negative for heartworm and screwworm.

WuWu was adopted on January 16, 2021 by a family from La Cañada. WuWu joins a female senior Schnauzer named Izzy who seems thrilled to have a new companion.

California Miniature Schnauzer Rescue —Rescued Dogs In New Homes 2021