California Miniature
Schnauzer Rescue
—Dogs Available In Southern Cal.

—In the Metropolitan Los Angeles area

—In the Antelope Valley area

—In Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County or San Diego County

—In Kern County

PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL US ABOUT A DOG WITHOUT FIRST SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION. We will not respond to your email if we have not received an application from you.

We do not adopt dogs or puppies for use as service or emotional support animals.

The adoption application form for dogs in southern California (unless otherwise stated for a particular dog) is at www.schnauzers.us/adoptionformsouth.html.

Dogs In the Metropolitan Los Angeles Area

Rescue Miniature Schnauzer Sheldon

Sheldon is an about 7 year old light salt & pepper, male Miniature Schnauzer. He is a big boy, weighing in at about 27 lbs. We rescued Sheldon from the Riverside County shelter in San Jacinto.

If there ever was a perfect dog, Sheldon is he. He loves people and other dogs. He is housebroken. He doesn't chew. He is quiet most of the time. When we had him at the vet's, he wanted to walk around the waiting room to say hello to all the people and dogs there.

Sheldon was a smelly, matted mess when we got him. His coat had turned yellow and we thought he might be a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. However, when we got him groomed, Sheldon was a silver color under the gold, and we knew he is a Schnauzer. He is cute as groomed, but had to be shaved down since he was so matted. He'll look more Schnauzer-like once his beard grows back.

Sheldon appears to be in good health. He is neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccinations. He recently had a dental in which he lost one tooth. His blood work looked good.

As discussed in Sophie's listing, Sheldon has taken Sophie under his "wing" and has helped her overcome her fears. We would very much like to place them together as they have become bonded

Sheldon is being fostered in La Canada Flintridge. If you are interested in adopting Sheldon and Sophie, please complete a CMSR adoption application (http://www.schnauzers.us/adoptionformsouth.html). Contact John Hoffman at cmsr@schnauzers.us if you have any questions about Sheldon and Sophie.

Rescue Miniature Schnauzer Sophie

Sophie is an about 1 year old dark salt & pepper, female Miniature Schnauzer. She weighs about 15 lbs.

We rescued Sophie from the Chula Vista shelter. Normally, shelters do not give us young, healthy Schnauzers as they are readily adoptable. We got Sophie because, while very sweet, she was terrified of people at the shelter.

We expected Sophie to come around quickly once we took her home. She did not. She never growled or snapped, but would run away if she could. Then, a month after we got Sophie, a miracle occurred. Sheldon arrived from the San Jacinto shelter. Sheldon loves everyone, and Sophie adored Sheldon. Sophie was scared to use the dog door. Sheldon quickly taught her how to use it. Sheldon thought people made great friends. He taught Sophie that too. Sophie is now a happy, outgoing dog, but generally follows Sheldon's lead. For that reason, we would like to place Sheldon and Sophie together.

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

Sophie is being fostered in La Canada Flintridge. If you are interested in adopting Sophie and Sheldon, please complete a CMSR adoption application (http://www.schnauzers.us/adoptionformsouth.html). Contact John Hoffman at cmsr@schnauzers.us if you have any questions about Sophie and Sheldon.

Rescue Miniature Schnauzer Marty

Marty is a very sweet about 10 year old salt & pepper, male Miniature Schnauzer. He is a big boy, weighing in at about 24 lbs. We rescued Marty from the Los Angeles City East Valley shelter in Van Nuys.

Marty is a quiet little guy who loves people and other dogs.

Marty appears to be in good health. He is neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccinations. He recently had a dental. His one health problem is chronically infected ears. He will need ongoing ear medications.

Marty is being fostered in Pasadena. If you are interested in adopting Marty, please complete a CMSR adoption application (http://www.schnauzers.us/adoptionformsouth.html). Contact John Hoffman at cmsr@schnauzers.us if you have any questions about Marty.

Rescue Schnoodle Mix Benji

Benji was on his last day in an overcrowded remote shelter when rescued by 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue, which is so happy it was able to save this extremely sweet, loyal, and smart scruffy boy.

Benji is about 2 years old and loves everybody. He is the epitome of a good boy. He will enjoy going on hikes, and doing fun stuff with his owner. He is a cute scruffy gem.

Benji appears to be in good health. He is spayed, microchipped, and current on vaccinations. He is housebroken.

Benji is living in West Los Angeles. If you are interested in adopting Benji, or have any questions about him, please contact 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue at 4pawskiddorescue@gmail.com. You can see Benji's webpage at https://www.petfinder.com/dog/benji-73772834/ca/los-angeles/4-paws-kiddo-rescue-ca2722/

This is a courtesy listing for 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue, which provided the above information about Benji. CMSR has not seen or evaluated Benji.

Rescue Miniature Schnauzer Mix Peppermint

Peppermint is a super playful, energetic and super enthusiastic 8 months old Miniature Schnauzer mix girl.

4 Paws Kiddo Rescue rescued Peppermint from the Rancho Cucamonga shelter. Peppermint is quite Alpha and will thrive in an active environment. She would love to go on hikes, run, or wrestle hard with a best friend.

Peppermint is getting a good start training on basics right now with 4 Paws Kiddo's trainer. Peppermint would be best with a forever family that will keep re-enforcing all she has learned already. Peppermint is super smart, and might try to outsmart her human family members. But she will be happy following her pack leader on multiple adventures. She has the typical Schnauzer personality!

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

Peppermint is living in West Los Angeles. If you are interested in adopting Peppermint, or have any questions about her, please contact 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue at 4pawskiddorescue@gmail.com. You can see Peppermint's webpage at https://www.petfinder.com/dog/peppermint-74332916/ca/los-angeles/4-paws-kiddo-rescue-ca2722/

This is a courtesy listing for 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue, which provided the above information about Peppermint. CMSR has not seen or evaluated Peppermint.

Rescue Chihuahua Nora

Nora is an ultra cute black and tan Chihuahua. We joke that Nora's mother was a German Shepherd and that her father was the world's bravest Chihuahua.

We rescued Nora from the San Bernardino City shelter, which was threatening to euthanize Nora if she wasn't rescued because she had a fractured iliac, which needed plating. Nora also had damage to her hip joint which required a femoral head osteotomy (FHO). Nora is now able to run around and play. She still limps a little but her surgeon thinks that the limp will disappear as Nora strengthens her hind leg muscles.

Nora is about 2 years old. She weighs about 7 lbs.

Nora is a bit hesitant around strangers, but affectionate once she gets to know someone. She enjoys playing with other dogs so long as they are not rough with her. Given Nora's small size, we will not place Nora in a home with children too young to understand that they need to be gentle with her.

Nora appears to be in good health. She is spayed, microchipped, and current on vaccinations. Nora still limps a little, but that should improve as her muscle strength improves.

Nora is living in West Los Angeles. If you are interested in adopting Nora, or have any questions about her, please contact 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue at 4pawskiddorescue@gmail.com. You can see Nora's webpage at https://www.petfinder.com/dog/nora-72767966/ca/los-angeles/4-paws-kiddo-rescue-ca2722/

This is a courtesy listing for 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue.

Rescue Miniature Schnauzer Sparky

Sparky is an about 4 year old male Miniature Schnauzer with a docked tail and natural ears. He was surrendered to 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue by his owner.

Sparky is gentle, friendly, quiet and housetrained. He loves attention, cuddles and daily walks. Sparky would love to “guard” his forever home and backyard and share it with a pal! He is good with females and small males, but seems to have a bad memory of big male dogs.

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

Sparky is being fostered in West Los Angeles. If you are interested in adopting Sparky, or have any questions about him, please contact 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue at 4pawskiddorescue@gmail.com. You can see Sparky’s webpage at https://www.petfinder.com/dog/sparky-72898009/ca/los-angeles/4-paws-kiddo-rescue-ca2722/

This is a courtesy listing for 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue, which provided the above information about Sparky. CMSR has not seen or evaluated Sparky.

Rescue Schnoodle Pinky

Pinky is a 2 year old male Schnoodle. He needs a new home because the owner's mother, who recently fell, is moved in with Pinky's owner. He is afraid Pinky will knock over his mother.

Pinky is friendly with people but can be slow to warm to strangers. Usually, he is fine about 10 minutes after meeting a new person. Pinky is not aggressive towards other dogs.

Pinky is in good health. He is neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccinations. His teeth are in good shape, but his veterinarian says he will need his teeth cleaned soon.

Pinky is living in Burbank. If you are interested in adopting him, please complete a CMSR adoption application (http://www.schnauzers.us/adoptionformsouth.html). Contact John Hoffman at cmsr@johnehoffman.us if you have any questions about Pinky.

Rescue Chihuahua Puppy Riker

Riker is a super cute Chihuahua puppy. Our resident Schnauzers, Lora and HuMei, have declared their buddy Riker to be an honorary Schnauzer.

We rescued Riker from the Riverside Coachella shelter on March 25, 2022. Riker had a broken pelvis and a luxated patella. Riker had surgery to repair them the next day.

Riker is about a year old and weighs about 7 1/2 lbs (which makes for easy portability). Riker is housebroken, friendly with people, and enjoys playing with other small dogs who are not too rambunctious for him.

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

Riker is being fostered in La Cañada. If you are interested in adopting Riker, please complete a CMSR adoption application (http://www.schnauzers.us/adoptionformsouth.html). Contact John Hoffman at cmsr@johnehoffman if you have any questions about Riker.

Rescue Miniature Schnauzer Douglas

Our friends at 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue rescued Douglas from the SEAACA shelter. Douglas is about 7 years old.

Douglas is very mellow and well mannered. He will enjoy neighborhood walks and a comfy nap next to you on the sofa. He is a canine Gentleman!!!

Douglas is house trained and good with other dogs.

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

Douglas is living in West Los Angeles. If you are interested in adopting Douglas, or have any questions about him, please contact 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue at 4pawskiddorescue@gmail.com. You can see Douglas' webpage at https://www.petfinder.com/dog/douglas-70566736/ca/los-angeles/4-paws-kiddo-rescue-ca2722/

This is a courtesy listing for 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue, which provided the above information about Douglas. CMSR has not seen or evaluated Douglas.

Dogs In the Antelope Valley

None right now

Dogs In Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County or San Diego County

Rescue Miniature Schnauzer Spartacus

Spartacus is a 1 to 2 year old Miniature Schnauzer.

Spartacus is a wonderful pup. He loves people and is great with all animals (currently resides with an 8 year old Great Dane, an 8 year old Pug, a 2 year old Pomeranian, several cats/kittens, and a crazy Cockatoo. He is kennel and potty trained! He sits, shakes and is good on leash and in the car.

Spartacus is kennel and potty trained! He sits, shakes, and is good on leash and in the car.

Spartacus appears to be in good health. He is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations.

Spartacus is being fostered in the Palm Springs area. If you are interested in adopting Spartacus or have questions about him, please contact Laura Days at Happy Days Animal Haven, by phone or text, at (760) 485-2803, or by email at happydaysanimalhaven@yahoo.com.

This is a courtesy listing for Happy Days Animal Haven, which provided the above information concerning Spartacus. CMSR has not seen or evaluated Spartacus.

Rescue Miniature Schnauzers Floyd and Oliver

Floyd and Oliver are a pair of bonded 4 year old Miniature Schnauzers who need a new home because their present owner does not have the time/resources to care for them properly.

Floyd and Oliver love people and babies, but they have not been around small children.

Floyd and Oliver are okay around certain dogs but Floyd is a little territorial.

Floyd and Oliver have spent most of their lives outside but they are crate trained. They need some potty training.

Floyd and Oliver have no medical problems. They are both neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all of their vaccines.

Floyd and Oliver are living in Poway, in San Diego County. If you are interested in adopting Floyd and Oliver, please complete a CMSR adoption application (http://www.schnauzers.us/adoptionformsouth.html). Contact John Hoffman at cmsr@johnehoffman.us if you have any questions about Floyd and Oliver.

This is a courtesy listing for Floyd and Oliver’s owner, who provided the above information concerning Floyd and Oliver. CMSR has not seen or evaluated Floyd or Oliver.

Rescue Miniature Schnauzer Skrappy Sox

Skrappy Sox is a purebred Miniature Schnauzer who was surrendered to us by his owner. He is about 6 years old and weighs about 23 lbs. He has natural ears and an undocked tail.

Skrappy Sox's former owner said he nipped one of her kids. He is generally friendly with people and gets along with other dogs. We haven't had him around cats or young kids.

Skrappy Sox appears to be in good health. He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations.

Skrappy Sox is now with A Home 4 Ever Rescue in Costa Mesa. If you are interested in adopting Skrappy Sox, please email Mark at ahome4ever@gmail.com or Erin at muellenbergerin@gmail.com.

This is a courtesy listing for A Home 4 Ever Rescue.

Dogs In Kern County

None right now.

Miniature Schnauzers from China:

We rescued 22 Miniature Schnauzers from China between March 2020 and the summer of 2021. All have been adopted.

In the summer of 2021, the Centers for Disease Control enacted a one year suspension on importing dogs from “high rabies risk” countries, including China. That edict, issued without an opportunity for public comment, was issued despite the fact that not one dog imported from China has arrived with rabies. Now that the suspension is over, the CDC is once again allowing dogs to be imported from China, albeit with expensive and unnecessary conditions. Among those are that the dogs must be titered before departure from the country of origin, and then must pass through a licensed U.S. facility at one of seven ports of entry to be re-examined and re-vaccinated. The facility that serves LAX is so expensive that many of the rescues are having their dogs from Asia shipped through JFK in New York because the inspection fee is considerably less there.

CMSR had six Schnauzers scheduled to arrive on November 15, 2022. Their flight was repeatedly delayed. However, the cost and difficulty of bringing them to California was overwhelming. As a result, we have arranged for them to go to our friends at Aberdeen Scottish Terrier Rescue in Seattle, which will place them in new homes along with dogs of other breeds they received off the same flight.

We apologize to those who were hoping to adopt one of the six Chinese dogs who we were expecting. Things just didn't work out. However, the important thing is that the dogs will be safe in new homes in the U.S. CMSR is doing its part by financing most of the cost of bringing the six from China and having them vetted before they go to new homes. All of that cost is being borne by one donor who is making gifts specifically for those six dogs. (All of CMSR's other donations are being used to rescue California dogs.)

Dogs Not Currently Available

Rescue Schnauzer Boba—Not Available

Boba is a 4 year old male Miniature Schnauzer. Boba has natural ears and a docked tail.

Boba needs a new home because his current owners have a 9 month old baby who disturbs Boba when she crawls near his food bowl or his bed.

Boba likes people and gets along with other small dogs.

Boba appears to be in good health. He is neutered and current on vaccinations.

Rescue Dog Smokey (may bite)—Not Currently Available

Smokey is a black and gray terrier mix, who is about 2 years old. We rescued Smokey from the San Bernardino City shelter. He weighs about 13 lbs.

Smokey is a bit on the timid side, but is very affectionate once he gets to know you. He gets along with other dogs. We have not had him around cats or young children yet.

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

Smokey appears to be in good health. He is neutered, microchipped and current on his DA2P vaccination. He will be up to date on his rabies vaccination before placement.

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