Giants: Blossom has a wonderful new litter of pups and all are doing well. They are all spoken for and puppy viewing will be coming up soon. Vision is next on our list and she should be due around the end of Feburary. Ezzie will be our last litter for the year and i expect early summer. The dog shows have started up agian and Lindsayleigh will be entered into a few this spring. I'll update any big wins.

It's nice to see so many people coming out to see my dogs and visit the kennel. It means you have a real interest in just how a breeder operates.

Always remember that it is far more important to buy from the breeder you feel the most comfortable with and not the one who has the puppy when YOU want it. It makes no difference when you bring a pup into your home. Spring, summer, fall or winter, it's going to be work. Good breeders work around the female's schedule and puppy mills work around the market. Good breeders produce high quality dogs for show and pet. Pet breeders generally produce a lower quality dog for profit only. You always have the right to choose.

Thank you

Derrick and Idona Wood

LINDSAYLEIGH’S MINIATURE ORIGINS

The miniature schnauzer is the smallest version of schnauzer. It’s the cute and cuddly one that will always end up on your lap. They have a typical terrier personality. Friendly, intelligent and willing to please all the time. This little breed doesn’t demand a lot of exercise, they are non-shedding and non allergenic. These features make this breed very popular.

These dogs are noted for their reliability and affectionate nature. They are spirited, energetic and affectionate. The lines we use are very quiet, not at all "yappy" dogs. They are fantastic with children and are great as apartment dogs. While they are energetic, they cam be tired out easily without leaving you living room.

It is classified as a terrier in Canada and the U.S., however other countries classify all three sizes of schnauzer as utility or working dogs. This breed has been undergoing a surge in popularity, and in 1995, according to Canadian Kennel Club figures, Miniature Schnauzers topped the terrier group in terms of numbers of dogs registered, and were 9th overall out of 162 breeds recorded.

A strong, angular, square looking dog, the mini has a harsh, wiry double coat that most commonly comes in black and silver, solid black, and salt and pepper (a solid white mini exists but is rare and not recognized by the Canadian Kennel Club standard for the breed).

We no longer breed Miniature Schnauzers and we have decided to focus on the Giants.

Our son and daughter-in-law have taken on the breeding of these wonderful dogs.

Jason and Michelle Wood are now breeding Miniature Schnauzers and Shetland Sheepdogs. Their website is located at www.moonacrekennels.com. Please email or call them at 905-299-2163