Stefi & Stanley

Update: Stefi and Stanley are adapting very well. We are so lucky to have adopted these little ones. When we got home from Memphis, they were so excited they kept me up all night. Unfortunately, I had to go back to work the next night, But once I got home Sunday morning, they were so excited to see me. My heart melted even more. There is nothing on this planet that will make you smile more than fur-kids. Once I found them on MSRH's rescue site, I fell in love. Didn't take long to convince my husband to adopt. He is so in love with them.

It has been a hard 2 yrs for us emotionally with our Mini, Beamer, who passed this last September. He was 15 yrs old. We lost his brother in 2009 to cancer as well.
Stefi and Stanley have added more love in our hearts and are enriching our lives all over again. Photos coming soon.

Thank you, MSRH, for all the wonderful work you do to find good, loving homes for the Minis out there that are in need.

Regeanna & Glen

Schnauzer Haven

I wanted to give you an update on our girls, Cece and Zuesa (fka Samatha). We adopted Cece in 2011. She's a mature girl (my friends call her my hundred year old dog) but she keeps the youngsters in the pack in line. Zuesa found us in 2010 and she is our big baby. Sometimes too attached to the oodle in her Schnoodle (said the Schnauzer devotee) but she is so loving and sweet. We are thankful for MSRH everyday and know this is the only way to adopt a dog! We know the answer to the who rescued whom question.
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A Decision Made for Me

"Hi, my name is Kipp and I'm looking for a human. Preferably one that LOVES puppies and will play with me all. the. time. I am quite the fearless pup--I like to sniff EVERYTHING, stroll out on the dock and gaze at the water, and I'm super curious when other people walk by. Especially if they too have pups.

What's there to know about me? Well, I'm pretty awesome (not to toot my own horn) and adorable. I learn just about as quickly as I grow. I may be young, but don't underestimate me! I already recognize my bedroom (crate), I can sleep on my own bed without getting into trouble at night, I don't have (many) accidents, and I learned how to fetch the other day!

Chew toys are my favorite. Scratch that. CHEWING is my favorite! But I won't chew my owner's shoes. Don't get me wrong, I like to play on them-- I like to play on my owner-- but that's just because I love humans. Humans are the best. Especially when they feed you and play with you and give you ear scratches and belly rubs... I could go on forever and ever!

Don't I sound great? I may be your soulmate. Who knows? Please give me a chance to love you! Did I mention I love humans?"

I'm so glad I answered Kipp's personal ad. It's an interesting story how I ended up adopting Kipp (formerly Colin) from MSRH just three weeks ago, and it was entirely NOT my idea initially. That's not to say that I was not in the market for a dog, but just not one from Texas, being that I reside in Central Virginia.

A few months earlier, I had decided to take a trip to visit my cousin, who currently studies at Texas A&M. My mom got word of the trip, and after stumbling upon the MSRH website, asked me if I could pick up the adorable Soffee for her stating she "pays well." As an addendum, she signed off, "And Colin for you..." It wasn't until I got her on the phone that I realized she was serious about Soffee, and by that time I had already fallen in love with Kipp (Colin) myself. I'm 100% sure she was not 100% serious about me adopting Kipp, but you can't just send an adorable puppy picture to someone looking for a puppy and expect them not to take the bait.

Fast forward a couple of weeks and several emails--one that ended with me in tears thinking I would not be united with Kipp--and I was meeting Marilyn at a vet in Houston, getting the pups' travel health certifications and prepping them for the plane ride back to Virginia. And now I can proudly say: I have a puppy! (And my mom now has three miniature schnauzers...)

I may have only known this little fellow for 3 weeks of his short 3 1/2 month life, but I know I made the right decision. Kipp has so much spunk--he's so quirky and full of energy, and honestly, he takes after his "mom." And as his mom, I'm quite the proud parent. I constantly show him off (or his picture, rather), and to be honest, I would put his artwork on my fridge if he was capable of such things. Kipp is just what I needed, and best of all, I now have a running partner!

The happiest of New Years, thanks to MSRH-- Love, Liz & Kipp!
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My new best friend

I met my new best friend at the Adoption Open House on Dec 7 in The Heights, and she came to live with me on Dec 9th. She has adapted so well to my house and my busy life, we have had a wonderful beginning. She is the sweetest dog, very loving, and just LOVES to curl up in my lap. (where she is right now). Her name was Kenna, but I have decided I will call her Gerti, a favorite great aunit's name from my German side of the family. Here is a picture of my new BFF, isn't she just the cutest dog ever? I am so glad I found her and she found me!

Bayley - Little Man in Charge

(formerly Bay) My Mom had two rottweilers that she loved very much but they got old and sick and then died this summer. My Mom was very sad. Then she decided to rescue a mini schnauzer because she had always loved little schnauzers. Several of her friends had mini schnauzers and my Mom thought they were so cute. She liked their personalities a lot. A big dog attitude in a little dog body.

She found MSRH and then saw my picture. She also saw some other little guys just as cute but after she drove 3 1/2 hours to see all of us she thought I was the cutest. So I got to go home with her. On the way home we stopped off at the Pet Store and she bought me a new car seat, new harness, new leash and my favorite food. Wow!!!! What a Mom! I've only been at her house less than a day but she is totally smitten with me. What's not to love. I'm a lover boy. Sweet disposition, not a barker, I follow her everywhere.

She has a big back yard with lots of squirrels to chase and exotic animals to look at in the wildlife sanctuary right out her back door. This is sooooo cool. I'm so happy and my Mom is too. She isn't so sad anymore. Our next adventure is travel. She is getting me ready to go on our next trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Wow! A new Mom, a new house and then traveling. Stay tuned for our adventures.

Macey - Formerly Lacey

Our story starts 5 years ago…When we stopped on the side of the road to look at puppies that were for sale and saw the cutest little gray puppy ever! What can I say...It was love at first sight, and we knew she had to be a part of our family! We scooped up that THREE pound ball of energy (Mallory) and took her home!

Fast forward five years, and Mallory found herself the only furry child left in the house. We had lost both of her Rottie sisters, one to old age, and the other to genetic health issues this past June. It was a sad house and Mallory was very lonely. Thanks to Mallory we fell in love with the Mini Schnauzer breed, and decided adopting was the way to go. I found MSRH and began looking at the available dogs. We were in the middle of having a pool built and didn't want to bring a new dog home until that mess was over. I switched my search over to the "Waiting In The Wings" section and saw Lacey (we've changed her name to Macey). Once again, it was love at first sight…What is it about this breed!?!

I filled out the application, and was approved, before I even told my husband and daughter about her. That night at dinner I showed them her picture and they asked what we needed to do to adopt her...I told them it was already done. We only had one hurdle; she was heartworm positive. Her treatment scheduled worked nicely with our plans. She would be finished, and ready to come home, about the same time our pool was completed. It was all so perfect; except for one thing…I couldn't stand the thought of her being in a kennel, all alone, while she went through the treatments. I made arrangements with Donna to bring her home after her first treatment and take care of her until she was finished.

We took Macey home on August 9th, 2013. I didn't want to blog about her until she was cleared from the vet. We got the all clear last week, and she's finally been able to really play with Mallory! This makes for two very happy Mini's in our house!

Macey is such a live wire, and so darn loveable! She loves having toys to play with, running in the yard, checking out the pool, sleeping on the human beds (upstairs and downstairs), and following her big sister Mallory everywhere. Oh yeah, and eating, she LOVES eating! Mallory's adjustment from little sister to big sister has gone very smoothly. She's showing Macey all the best places in the backyard for sniffing, and which neighboring yards have dogs that need to be kept in line! She even lets Macey use her as a pillow, she doesn't love that part of having a little sister, but she deals with it. Macey's antics have Mallory acting like a puppy again, and the laughter has returned to our house. She's keeping all of us on our toes (mostly because we're still working on the house training, good thing the downstairs is all tile!) and we are over the moon in love with her!

Thank you, MSRH, for taking care of her until she found her way to us!! We think you should make the MSRH slogan "Hakuna Matata". Because that's what happens when a Mini Schnauzer is lucky enough to make it to the MSRH doorstep…No more worries for the rest of their days!

Love,
The Sorensens
Randy, Christine, Kayleigh, Mallory and Macey!

Adam

It was a long day the 4+ hour drive to Houston. Marina, Donald and I packed into the car and started driving to Houston's Miniature Schnauzer Rescue. Back home the older two stayed home for various reasons. We met the wonderful people at the shelter and the foster parents of Adam and we understand how it was difficult to let him go.

His first day home, Adam was gentle and quiet but he did patrol the house and the back yard, scoping things out and learning the where things were. He went room to room checking on everyone.

Day two Adam woke up different, he had more energy, he was licking and chewing on my hand and just seemed to be at home. He discovered the rabbits that he had smelled on day one, but no he saw them in the back yard and had great fun chasing them to the fence.

Day three, well he got a bathe but he didn't seem to mind to much. He rides in the car great. He is a little worried about getting into the car but with his life of being dumped I'm sure he has good reason.

He truly is the perfect dog for our family. We are blessed to have found him.

Ron
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Odie & Callie

I longed for a Mini Schnauzer puppy and hoped to adopt, but had been warned puppies didn't come along very often. Three weeks after searching, I found 2 on MSRH website, but they had to be adopted together. One look at those pups and I was hooked. The following Sunday I met Odie and Callie. That evening, they became Hansel and Gretel. We surprised our 9 year old daughter and we're all having a blast. H&G are about to take me to obedience school to learn a few manners, but they learned to sit, speak, and take walks. One of their favorite activities is to unroll a roll of toilet paper in a matter of seconds. Some of their favorite treats consist of natural treats from Wabash. We love our dogs. Thank you MSRH!!

Tatum

Hi, my name is Tatum and I have found my forever home! My new mom and dad are some very lucky people (and I might be a very lucky Schnauzer)! I was shy when I first got here, but now my new family is meeting the real me - I am even singing to them. I love to go on walks - in the morning with my dad and in the evenings with my mom. Car rides are especially fun and not to mention getting to entertain my new brother and grandparents. And you never know - the treat jar is on the counter and if I look really sad I might get one. My job is to protect the house and be a good watchdog.

Thank you Schnauzer Rescue for making us a family and bringing joy into our lives!

Lexi & Charlie

Lexi was my first adoption from MSRH in August of 2010. She is such a little princess and I now think I should have named her "Velcro"! She is the perfect lap dog and gets along well with the myriad of other rescues that allow me to care for them. I began volunteering shortly thereafter and a few months ago, I became Charlie's Foster Mom. Although he may never make the perfect pet for another family, we love him and will allow him to stay forever. He has bonded so to my husband that they would both grieve terribly if separated.
I know that this organization, myself included, do everything within our power to save every little Schnauzer we can. If they find a way here, they will find their way home, forever.

Nate Doggie

I lost my white schnauzer of 10 years on Thanksgiving 2011. I just couldn't talk about him, I was lost without him, so by accident I ended-up looking at the MSRH site. This was just to comfort m,y soul. I found out i could foster first before adoption so I would know me and the dog would get along. Long story short-Nate is the best thing in my life. He is just goofy and makes me laugh all the time. He loves going to the dog park and is fast like a greyhound. He pretends he doesn't know me when I call his name while we are there-unless he needs a drink of water! He is so smart and knows the name of all his toys and knows family members names as well. I can't say enough about him and how he has brought so much joy to me and many others. Thank you MSRH!

Mitzi (Previously Micky)

Mitzi has been a wonderful addition to our family. We absolutely adore her! She loves to cuddle and get attention. She really is the perfect dog for us. I can't say enough for the volunteers at MSRH! They do great work!!! Thanks!

Skipper

I'm sorry I've not written sooner to say that Skipper pka Steffen is healthy and happy in his new forever home. Every day with him is a blessing and a surprise. Skipper is so smart and energetic; he really keeps us on our toes with endless rounds of fetch. He is good on the leash and proved to be quite the gentleman at his new vet's office. I made comment to Cameron a few days ago that I could not believe Skipper's original owners would simply let him go as he is such a wonderful, loving pup. Skipper has also made many new human and dog friends in the neighborhood and has quite the following on facebook! I could go on forever praising this little dog; but since we are all in love with miniature schnauzers, we all understand that too many words are not necessary. Skipper is perfect and a credit to the breed. Thank you so very much for saving our little darling until he could find his forever home.
Tress Rodgers and Cameron Crane-Baytown, TX

Evan and Erin (previously Pearl)

Tom and I adopted Evan in April of 2010 and Erin (previously Pearl) in May of 2012. We love them both so much and can't imagine our lives without them. Tom and I really try to schedule everything we do around our precious kids. We are sad when we are away from them, and it is the best feeling to come home to pets we love so much. We also have an adopted, rescue cat named Alex. He has been with us for over eight years. Erin is still chasing and barking at Alex a bit, but it is all in good fun. Our family is so blessed. Thank you Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of Houston for saving our dogs so that they could become apart of our family.

More pics of Heidi (Previously Mai Ling)

More pics of Heidi with her brother, Copper, and her daddy, Rick. Sorry, but I feel like a proud new mom with all this picture taking of Heidi. She is just so precious to us and so smart!

New Beginnings - Pics of Heidi (Previously Mai Ling)

Here are some pics of Heidi, our newly adopted Schnauzer and one of Heidi and Copper lying together side by side on the couch. Copper is such a good big brother!

Thank you!

Dear MSRH,
I just wanted to take a second to tell you thanks for finding the perfect home for me. I just love my new family and they are crazy about me. Sometimes I get into a little (ok…sometimes it's a lot) of mischief…mom gives me "the look" and I know I'm in trouble. She sends me to bed but never without supper! I'm trying my best to put on a few more pounds…that's hard work when you're an active guy! Mom lets me have a biscuit on Saturday mornings when she makes weekend breakfast…but shhh…don't tell dad! It is baseball season now and I love going to the games with the family! There are so many kids to play with and I'm sort of a big deal there! I usually finish my days playing outside with Trae and Natalie. Then it's time to curl up in mom's lap for a good snuggle. When it's bed time, Trae and I retire to our bedroom to doze off and dream about growing up to play in the big leagues…for the Yankees, of course!
So, I hope things are as well for y'all as they are for me. Thanks again for everything you did for me! I'll always have a special place in my heart for MSRH.
Love always,

Mojo
(We changed my name from Micah when I came here… I found my mojo pretty quick after finding my forever home!)

My New Home is Like Doggie Heaven

My name is Lili and this is the story of how I was adopted and now living it up in doggie heaven. My mom went shopping at Steinmart and they did not have what she wanted. She got in her car to leave, when she looked up and realized she was in the same shopping center as her veterinarian. She got out of her car went inside to ask her friend, Dr. Randy, if he knew of any miniature schnauzers needing a home. That is where it all began.

They gave her the MSRH name and number. When she got home she immediately started researching and sending pictures to my dad to be, of coarse one of the pictures was me. His response was "it would be great to have a furry friend." " How long does it take and what do we need to do?" I was picked up by my new parents on February 11, 2012 and took what seemed like a really long ride to Cypress. On the way home I was so nervous that I threw up, but mom and dad understood. I have lots of love, get brushed every nite, go on walks, have a bunch of toys and even have two beds. I am so happy and so are my mom and dad.

Thank you MSRH for taking such good care of me while I was waiting to be adopted. I will never forget y'all, and I am praying that all of my old friends still there get adopted soon.

Love,

Lili
P.S. That's french pronounced Lele
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Scruffy Allen - A Big Part Of The Family !!

Hi Folks - I just had to share this New Beginnings story about Scruffy Allen. Those of you who regularly read the bios may remember Scruffy Allen as the dog whose owners left him tied to the door of a vet overnight. He was a little displaced and in need of some love and attention. I think you'll agree....he got that and so much more! Keep reading.......

Hi Donna,

Just a note while I’m sitting watching TV with our little man Scruffy Allen. Tom and I are so

happy that he checked on the internet and found Schnauzer Rescue of Houston.

After our loss of Snoopy, our household was very depressed. Kelly the German Shepherd

Therapy dog would not work well at the Rehab centers and Hospitals. Now Kelly and Scruffy

are the best of friends, and they play hard every day. They have a lot of respect for each other.

With the help of Kelly, Scruffy has learned to wait, come and sit commands. He is learning hand signals. He fetches the ball or his furry bone. He loves his two doggie doors. He even waits

for us to shut the back door so he can use the doggie door. Scruffy has full run of the back

yard, loves to play in water and mud too. Just a bath takes care of the dirt and mud. Vacuum

everyday takes care of the house. Scruffy loves to go in the HHR SUV for rides. Gives both

of us kisses on the ears and loves to sniff the air thru the windows.

I have taken Scruffy twice to a Rehab Center and he is doing very good. He soon will be a

Therapy dog.We do a lot of socializing and his shyness is going way. Tom walks Kelly and

Scruffy every morning about four blocks and he is doing well on the lead. He knows what

cows and deer are. He doesn’t bark just looks at them (about 20 yard or more away).

Scruffy and Trucker the cat nap with Tom every day. He goes to bed with Tom at night.

Scruffy loves his daddy.

Scruffy loves to entertain, as long as we laugh and clap and tell him he is so funny he will keep

going.

Our Nanny next door, has a Cairen Terry. They play at least three times a week. Our Vet. and groomer love Scruffy, very well behaved they say. In between grooming, Scruffy gets bathed at

home and his teeth brushed at least once a week.

Scruffy is a very smart Schnauzer and loves to learn. We do all our training with love, a lot of

petting and praise. With Kelly’s help Scruffy has become a very good watchdog. Does not bark

Excessive, only when necessary and loves to growl when someone walks to close to our vehicle. Our home and vehicle has become his. Tom says Scruffy has two speeds, fast and faster. I could

go on, and on about Scruffy.

Today the 29^th of December, we took Scruffy and Kelly for a ride in the motor home. We

stopped at Office Depot and Chillis for lunch. Scruffy was so awesome. He never barked or

tore anything. He loves the motor home and loves to sit on the couch and look out the windows.

We are anxious to go on a small trip. He has so much trust in us as we have in him.

Kelly is now working well at the Rehab Centers, and Mom and Dad are so very happy and blessed. Scruffy was the best Thanksgiving and Christmas gift. We look forward to seeing

you, perhaps at another rescue fair. You are welcome anytime at our home to check on

Scruffy Allen our little man.

Please pass this note to other officers and members

Sincerely

Scruffy Allen’s Mom

MaryAnn

Mr. Magoo Comes Home

The day I adopted Moose, I met "Silas" at Donna Paparazzo's house. When she picked Moose up for me, she brought him home with her, too, for a mini-vacation from the boarding kennel.

I knew Moose had been in boarding for a long time, but Silas had been there even longer... I guess not surprisingly - he's half blind with cataracts and a little hard of hearing like most "old folks". But, even in the midst of being in love at first sight with Moose and as excited as I was about adopting him, there was something about this other little guy that tugged at my heartstrings. So, I told Donna I wanted Moose to have a month to adjust to his new home, my old Brittany, Webster and me and then I wanted to foster Silas.

The month flew by and almost to the day, Donna showed up with Silas in tow. He wasn't timid, but seemed a little sad as if he was waiting for the other shoe to drop and it would be back to the boarding kennel.

So, the first thing I did even though I was warned he'd been called Silas for over a year, was give him a new name: Mr. Magoo. Next he had a week to adjust some and then I took him to my groomer for a "makeover". I couldn't believe it when I saw him - the transformation was remarkable! (See for yourself in the pictures) When I picked him up, he LOOKED like a different dog, but when we got home and he walked back in the house, he BECAME a different dog.

It was as if a light bulb switched on and he realized that he was truly coming... HOME! And that night, he decided he wanted to sleep with me in the big bed... A pattern that hasn't changed. He began playing with the other dogs - in earnest - like three puppies! The years melted away and so he decided that the squirrels stealing acorns from our oak trees needed a sheriff and elected himself.

The months passed and the bond between the three boys grew ever stronger as they became a pack - a family. How could I possibly break up our family? In truth, I just couldn't bear to part with him, so I adopted my foster dog today. And, just as we celebrate October 28th, which is Webster's birthday, from now on we'll celebrate April 22nd as Moose's birthday and November 21st as Magoo's.

There's no denying that puppies are cute, sweet and funny... But, my wish for everyone reading this is that someday you have the opportunity to experience the joy and unconditional love of an older dog as I do every day when I see him chasing squirrels, playing tug and every night when Magoo lays his head on my shoulder and sighs in contentment.

The first picture is "Silas" - the next pictures are Mr. Magoo, handsome, happy and SECURE with his brothers, Webster & Moose.