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Merced, California, United States
We have puppies to offer throughout the Holidays! Miniature Schnauzers for adoption. We sell our Quality Miniature Schnauzers to Quality Families. http://smartdogtoday.com Barbara’s commitment to excellence and the well-being of her Miniature Schnauzer puppies sets her apart, making her a trusted and responsible breeder. Currently, Barbara has six Miniature Schnauzer puppies available. Barbara’s commitment to excellence and the well-being of her Miniature Schnauzer puppies sets her apart, making her a trusted and responsible breeder. Currently, Barbara has 6 Miniature Schnauzer puppies available, with more expected throughout 2026. Barbara Zurilgen’s journey into dog breeding and training began at a young age. Growing up in Bellingham, Washington, she was always surrounded by various breeds of dogs, which instilled in her a deep appreciation and understanding of canine behavior. At just 13 years old, she purchased her first dog, an AKC Champion Bloodline German Shepherd, marking the start of her lifelong passion for dogs. Barbara was actively involved in 4-H for Dogs throughout her youth, receiving exemplary training in obedience and conformation. Under the mentorship of Addie Speziale of Von Ivo Kennels, she honed her skills in breeding, handling, and showing dogs, earning numerous accolades and trophies in various competitions. Barbara’s passion for dogs led her to pursue further education and training in canine behavior and training. She completed courses such as Dog Emotion and Cognition, taught by Brian Hare, Ph.D., and Simple Solutions for Common Dog Behavior and Training Practices, led by renowned dog trainer and veterinarian Ian Dunbar. Additionally, Barbara draws inspiration from renowned psychologists like B.F. Skinner and zoologist Konrad Lorenz, integrating their insights into her training methods. As a dog trainer of many decades, Barbara’s mission is to produce exceptional Miniature Schnauzer puppies while educating and empowering puppy owners. She believes that early puppy development is crucial in shaping a dog's behavior and temperament for life. Through her Puppy Genius Head-Start Program, which includes Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), Barbara ensures that her puppies receive the best possible start in life. Barbara’s commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of her breeding program. From meticulous health testing of her breeding dogs to comprehensive socialization of her puppies, she goes above and beyond to provide a nurturing environment for her dogs, including a fenced-in outdoor patio designed for their safety and comfort. In addition to breeding, Barbara is a dedicated advocate for holistic pet nutrition. She partners with reputable companies like PawTree to provide her dogs with high-quality, nutritionally balanced food and supplements. She believes a healthy diet is essential for the overall well-being of her dogs, ensuring they thrive both physically and mentally. Barbara takes pride in her role as a responsible breeder, prioritizing the health and well-being of her dogs above all else. She ensures that each puppy she produces is genetically sound and well-socialized. Her extensive experience and knowledge allow her to provide invaluable guidance to prospective puppy owners, helping them navigate the process of choosing the right dog for their lifestyle and needs. Barbara continuously seeks new knowledge and skills to enhance her understanding of canine behavior and care, reflecting her dedication to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. Barbara offers more benefits than the average breeder, including DNA testing, training audios, books, virtual training sessions, and educational resources. Her early puppy development program emphasizes the importance of ENS and socialization, ensuring that her puppies are well-prepared for their new homes. Barbara's specialties include early puppy development, ENS, coaching new puppy owners, and helping first-time buyers. She also offers boarding services for select clients. Her commitment to challenging the status quo and providing the best care for her puppies and their new owners is evident in her approach to breeding, training, and nutrition. Overall, Barbara Zurilgen’s journey as a Miniature Schnauzer breeder and dog trainer is a testament to her unwavering dedication to the betterment of the canine community. Through her expertise, passion, and commitment to excellence, she continues to positively impact the lives of dogs and their owners every day. Her commitment to excellence and the well-being of her Miniature Schnauzer puppies sets her apart, making her a trusted and responsible breeder. Currently, Barbara has three Miniature Schnauzer puppies available, with more expected to arrive on June 6, 2024. Barbara's dedication to the Miniature Schnauzer breed is unwavering, and she takes pride in her role as a responsible breeder. She prioritizes the health and well-being of her dogs above all else, ensuring that each puppy she produces is genetically sound and well-socialized. Her extensive experience and knowledge allow her to provide invaluable guidance to prospective puppy owners, helping them navigate the process of choosing the right dog for their lifestyle and needs. Beyond her expertise in breeding and training, Barbara is also deeply committed to ongoing education and self-improvement. She continuously seeks out new knowledge and skills to enhance her understanding of canine behavior and care. Her participation in various training courses and seminars reflects her dedication to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. Barbara Zurilgen aka Williams 209-233-1929 Merced, California 1 mile off the freeway I am located less than 2 hours from everywhere The below could be redundant Miniature Schnauzer Breeder since 2005 For many decades, since birth, I have been an advocate for dogs, a professional dog trainer at 13 years and continued, and I continue my education in learning more about dogs and Miniature Schnauzers to give this information on to puppy owners. I published on Amazon a dog training book and I give also the 6 set of dog training audios to those that are interested in learning more. Hello, my name is Barbara Zurilgen aka Barbara Williams. Make it A Great and Amazing day for you!!! I am only reachable by text, or phone 209-233-1929 or Email [email protected] Please feel comfortable and give me a call I am looking forward to meeting you. Less than 2 hours of drive time from most cities in Northern California People come from the various cities in California like: San Jose, Silicon Valley, Pacific Grove, Danville, Dublin, Pleasanton, Livermore, Santa Cruz, San Francisco, San Mateo, Mountain View, Oroville, Sacramento, Grass Valley, and more. There are those Californians that come from San Diego, Los Angeles Then there are many people who fly in from other states to pick up there puppies, Oregon, Wyoming, Arizona, Nevada and families from the coast of Mexico. Listed below are the benefits I gift to you and your new companion: DNA EMBARK VET tested and cleared resulting in 0/Zero genetic defects, diseases, etc. Our schnauzers do not carry genetic defects 6 audios on app or via web access, all professionally produced by Barbara Free Kindle (Amazon) book, Barbara Williams Presents DogTrainingMagic.com http://DogTrainingMagic.com compliments the audio 4-hours of free virtual training for you and your new lifetime puppy companion Free YouTube video, “Miniature Schnauzer 1st Pick of litter just for YOU” TEXT Your first & last name, city & state, complete telephone number and email address. Also, after sending the text message, please call me again to see if I am available. Also, please briefly explain why you wish to adopt an AKC Miniature Schnauzer puppy. I promise to quickly respond to your inquiry! I am here to serve you, families, all dogs including puppies, and I feel my purpose when I coach and train others about puppies, dogs, and Miniature Schnauzers More About Us: We want to offer only healthy and happy pups so all of our breeding dogs have been EMBARK VET BREEDER DNA-tested. All of our dogs have returned 0 (ZERO) possibilities of 200+ genetic disease possibilities that a Miniature Schnauzer can carry. Our dogs are given science-based, age-appropriate training from 1-8 weeks, Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) and so much more. We provide a fenced-in outdoor Covid-19 safe patio environment, designed during the pandemic specifically for the safety of our customers. It is the perfect setting for you to enjoy your puppy. All of our dogs, boys and girls, are on the premises. I breed AKC Miniature Schnauzers. At the age of 13, I owned my girl Vonnie and whelped my first litter of AKC German Shepherd puppies, so I have been at this puppy-rearing business for a long while! No, I do not want to market bullies, Frenchies, nor Samoyeds. I love what I do and I do what I love. I love people and Miniature Schnauzers, and I am blessed to be able to match superior families with superior Miniature Schnauzer fur babies!!! I am LOYAL to the Miniature Schnauzer breed and to Miniature Schnauzer Puppies, Puppies, Puppies! Miniature Schnauzers normally deliver 3 to 6 puppies per litter. I currently have a couple of litters of recently whelped puppies and I am seeking quality people for these quality puppies. For AKC Miniature Schnauzer Puppies, please visit http://BuySchnauzerPuppy.com. After visiting the above website please call for questions, availability of puppies, more information and if you choose a qualifying interview. For teleconferencing Dog Training, please visit my websites shown below: After visiting the above website, then please all now or text 209-233-1929 to schedule your FREE 20-minute teleconference training session. After you read this web page, and for more detailed information, I urge you to visit my following websites: http://BuySchnauzers.com http:///DogTrainingASAP.com My vision is to educate, equip and empower those that are dedicated to the long term well-being of their puppy. Through sharing my canine knowledge of several decades and the necessary steps for caring for a puppy. The goal is to see you successfully apply that new-found knowledge and to share it with others to create a world of loving, caring and educated puppy/dog owners. We hope to see many less unwanted and unloved puppies and dogs in shelters, rescue facilities. The unfortunate unwanted pets without homes are sadly often euthanized. It is known to most that I am extremely sensitive to the various wants, needs and desires that are presented me on a daily basis. With that being said, I have found a creative method to address everyone's requirements, well, that is almost everyone's. Please communicate with me through text/phone/email. I am seeking quality homes for quality puppies. Every day I seek to offer more benefits to prospective Miniature Schnauzer puppy buyers, including more for their new fur baby's developmental process. Please be patient. I return inquiries as soon as I am able. Our constant high demand continues to increase for quality Miniature Schnauzer pups. My Story: Hello, I am Barbara and this is a pleasure to have an opportunity to be of service to you with a customized adoption program for bringing a delightful Miniature Schnauzer puppy into your home. My mission is to serve my puppies and their new puppy parents so they have the chance to enjoy an enriched relationship with each other. Nothing is static and one either evolves or revolves. Knowledge, techniques, training, science and psychology of puppies are in constant change. The ancient Greek philosopher, Heraclitus, said, No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man. The world of puppies and companion dogs is constantly evolving. I am committed to you and to supporting and guiding you with your puppy. Miniature Schnauzers have captured my entire family and me; from day one, their love, loyalty and antics have captivated our hearts! They are mesmerizing and they are out-and-out, bigger than life dogs that possess the most magnificent temperament and disposition! I grew up with dogs and many other pets as the focus of our family, however, after owning several different breeds of dogs throughout my life, I am convinced that Miniature Schnauzers are the best family pet; many of my puppies have gone on to be trained and used as service dogs. Since 2006 when I invested in a Miniature Schnauzer for therapy for a “high risk” person, I have never looked back. They are the perfect family dog I take pride in learning, training and developing the best Miniature Schnauzers to bring to deserving families. Yes, my AKC Miniature Schnauzers are “show quality”, however, my specialty is my “Puppy Genius Head-Start Program” of development of these puppies, giving you the best of the best! Yes, we are family-based, but, actually, we are an Exclusive Professional family-based Miniature Schnauzer Breeding Program. All, of our dogs and puppies are born, raised and live in the center of our small home; thus, our puppies receive extraordinary socialization. I so love dogs!!!. I especially love training them, learning more about them, and teaching others. In the process of learning more about developing and providing a magnificent puppy for our families, I discovered the importance of a superb feeding program. We invest in the foremost and top-of-the-line pet products. The company I have Discovered, Vetted, Use, and Endorse is located at http://PawTree.com/barbara. Please click the link above to peruse this online store; we even have dog/cat toys, preventive health products and so much more, don’t trust me; take a look for yourself :) http://PawTree.com/Barbara Besides the REAL Chicken and Sweet Potato, small kibble, they go bonkers for and gobble up, I choose not to feed them the same flavor every day. This food and the healthy seasoning gives our dogs the opportunity to feel like we do when we eat our favorite meal. The name “REAL chicken and sweet potato http://pawtree.com/barbara, Therefore, without disrupting their delicate digestive system, I provide my Miniature Schnauzer puppies with a super antioxidant with 7 different flavors that I simply sprinkle on top of their favorite food choice. With joy, we feed our beloved Miniature Schnauzers just as we like to eat ourselves. Check out this company for yourself!!! http://pawtree.com/barbara Due to my commitment to superior canine health in addition to our dog food choice we supply our dogs with unparalleled nutritional K-9 vitamin supplement on the market today, http://nuvet.com/64111 Barbara Zurilgen is from Bellingham, Washington where she was raised and, in her youth, she always had dogs at her side. At age 13, she took her love for dogs to the next level; she, with permission from her father, she earned lucky opportunity to purchased and became the proud owner of an AKC Champion Bloodline German Shepherd. Her thirst and passion for dogs then lead her to 4-H for Dogs where she receive 4 years of exemplary obedience and conformation training. Consequently, she competed in various trials, earning 1st place trophies and ribbons. For many years Barbara has resided in California and breeds Quality AKC Champion Bloodline Miniature Schnauzers. The AKC proudly supports dedicated and responsible breeders like Barbara Williams. We encourage all prospective puppy owners to do their research and be prepared with questions to ask the breeder. Barbara prides herself in her Early Puppyhood Development course she designed and provides this age appropriate course for all of her Miniature Schnauzer puppies to partake in until they go with their forever family. First, know the breed of dog you are choosing and why, then pick the breeder of your choice to represent you. Choose your breeder with whom you would like to have a long-term relationship; the breeder will be your point person to the future. Barbara Zurilgen proudly offers more benefits than the average breeder. Upon request, she will gladly provide you with her benefits sheet. Again, make sure you are not only choosing the right breed for you, but also that you’re getting it from the right person who has your best interests in mind as well as your puppy's well-being, health and best interests. Barbara's specialties are early puppy development with an emphasis on ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation) this 5 step system was developed as the result of the driving force of the U.S. Military in 2009. The U.S. Military were seeking to discover a methodology to increase the working intelligence of their canines. She has a passion and is dedicated to working with and guiding both the first-time puppy buyer and those with years of experience, with coaching and training. Barbara knows when people invest their time to research the traits, temperament, health, wether they are hypoallergenic or non-shedding then the people are better equipped to make an intelligent decision about which breed to purchase. The next step is as important, after making an intelligent decision on the perfect breed for their family, it is equally important and crucial to find the right breeder to represent you, your family, and your puppy. Barbara believes in the importance of "Early Puppy Development". According to Austrian Zoologist Konrad Lorenz, it is imperative to create a positive learning situation and socialization environment because the first 8 weeks of life is the period of heightened learning, it is the critical learning period, and the imprinting period. ENS and other techniques will alter the future of your puppy for a lifetime. goal is to satisfy the buyer and to have presented an emotionally well-balanced, healthy, confident, puppy and the archetype o the best of the AKC Miniature Schnauzer breed. Barbara was raised with several trained and working breeds of dogs in her home. By 13 years of age, she was breeding, handling, obedience training, showing and placing 1st in many of her competitions. She was a 4-H for Dogs member for many years and was mentored by Addie Speziale of Von Ivo Kennels in Bellingham, Washington. Barbara has continued to study dogs and earned her certificate for the course, Dog Emotion And Cognition, taught by Brian Hare, Phd. of North Carolina’s Duke University. Barbara received her completion certification in 29017 in an advanced dog course, Simple Solutions For Common Dog Behavior and Training Practices by expert dog trainer, veterinarian, and animal behaviorist Ian Dunbar, http://pawtree.com/barbara She owns several of Cesar Milan's dog training books. She has studied many different authorities in the dog world and many of her techniques come from psychologist B.F. Skinner, zoologist Konrad Lorenz, and from her own first-hand experiences, also her father was a dog trainer so she learned a magnitude of great training techniques, as well as from others. Barbara specializes in early puppy development, ENS, she coaches new puppy owners, and is excellent with the first-time buyer of a puppy. Barbara is a breeder of Miniature Schnauzers, a professional trainer, and offers boarding for a few select people. Regardless of your needs, she is qualified to help you. Barbara says, “In everything I do, I believe in challenging the status quo. I believe in thinking differently; I think outside the box. I challenge the status quo by marketing products that are full-spectrum nutrition, holistic, beautifully designed, user-friendly and that just happen to be the best products on the planet for puppies, dogs, cats and people.” You will find a complete line of holistic puppy products at http://PawTree.com/Barbara and at http://BuySchnauzers.com where you will find several testimonials. Completion of many online training courses from various trainers Website Links For Powerful Dog Tools http://pawtree.com/barbara dog food, toys, health products & more http://NuVet/com/64111
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