Post by ginnybean32 on Mar 6, 2012 5:57:34 GMT -8
Hi I just bought my first toy merle schnauzer. I do pet therapy and was looking for a new therapy dog as my lab/retriever is retiring from old age. I grew up with minature schnauzers my whole life and wanted to return to owning them. l really wanted a toy bred as they are easier to transport to and from the hospital. So I just happened upon a website for a "toy schanuzer" and decided I would look into them. I just happened upon Mera's website for her "Toy Box Schnauzers" and saw my first merle. He was so cute I had to have him. I feel in love with the cream and choclate merle soft coat on this little guy we have named Ralphie. I was looking for a sweet temperment in a schnauzer when I found him. Orignally I wanted a small toy purebred schnauzer when I found him. The breeder breds pure toy schnauzers and merles. He has aussie in his gene pool. He is chocolate and cream with a soft coat. He has golden colored eyes and is just lovely. I picked him because he was playful and eager to please. He will make an excellent therapy dog and a potential agility champion. He loves to jump in my arms from the ground. Im wondering if there are any clubs or agility clubs for the toy or even the merle schauzers??? If anyone knows of any I would love to look into it. My little Ralphie is only 31/2 months but Im starting training early as its essential to a therapy dog to start early. I am so glad I found this forum. If anyone knows of more info on the merle esp with aussie in the line please let me know. Amy