Claudia Miniature Schnauzer Littleton, CO

Claudia came from the same Missouri puppy mill that Carmen came from. She also spent the first three years of her life as a “breeder momma.” Claudia is a small, but densely packed, 18 pound, beautiful silver schnauzer. She probably had several litters of puppies during her time in the mill without any vet care during that time. She is not terribly timid and fearful, but she is more so than Carmen. Claudia will allow herself to be picked up and held and she enjoys attention, petting and treats.

Claudia and Carmen came into rescue together and have lived together while in rescue. Claudia seems to follow Carmen’s lead a lot. Claudia follows Carmen when they go outside, when they eat and in their interactions with people and other dogs. Claudia is much more dependent on Carmen than Carmen is on Claudia. While we don’t think that they are a bonded pair that must be adopted together, if they are not adopted together, we do think that each of them should go to homes with another “normal” dog to teach them the ropes. We would like to see Claudia go into a home with a retired person or couple who can spend a lot of time with her, or someone who works from home. It would be best if her adopter has experience with puppymill dogs. She will need a securely fenced backyard.

Claudia is spayed, she is up to date on her vaccinations (rabies, distemper and kennel cough), vet checked, heartworm tested negative and on preventative while in rescue, and microchipped. If you would like to meet Claudia, go to www.cominischnauzerrescue.com and complete the on-line adoption application. We suggest that you print a copy of the application before you hit the “submit” button, just in case! We will give you a call to set up a time to bring Claudia (and maybe Carmen too!) for a visit.