Oreo is a pure bred miniature Schnauzer who was surrendered by her owner.  We had Schnauzers when I was growing up so there is a special place in my heart for this breed.  I think she is absolutely adorable.  She needs to find a home that will socialize her and love her to death

 

04/13 Update: OREO is a puppy..nippy and jumpy, can be very shy at first and barks at people- but thats a typical Schauzer thing.  Suggest a home with older children to be on the safe side unless the family is very farmilar with the breed.

 

04/16 Foster update:  This little girl needs much stability and love!  Here are the behaviors noted with OREO during her first two days in our home:

* OREO cowers, looks down and tries to hide in a corner; she freezes when approached.

* OREO will be affectionate when picked up and snuggle and give kisses and she sleeps in my daughter's bed happily!

 * she has shown NO aggression whatsoever, no nipping, growling, etc.

* we have lavished her with affection and she has been handled, bathed, combed, etc.

* OREO enjoys the company of other dogs

* she enjoys the lake outside and the smell of the wind

* she has started to respond to her name being called and has started to run to the door to come back inside.

* we are working on crate and potty training.

* OREO does not like bacon or treats but loves canteloupe.

 

04/21 foster update:

*   OREO follows other dog and imitates their behavior. She continues to get along well with canine companions. 

*   She is starting to get comfy in the home and has begun to nip and growl at my daughter. I would suggest a home for OREO with older children, and possibly with a retired couple who can lavish her with the attention and devotion she needs.

 * OREO is beginning to walk on leash rather than dragging behind. 

*  She has been going to the bathroom many times a day and there is blood in her stool, I suspect worms and will bring her up for a fecal test tomorrow morning and get some Panacur. 

* She is an adorable little girl and loves to be loved!
 

05/01 Foster update:She isn't cowering anymore and has really come out of her shell, however she does nip at your ankle/pants leg. Once you pick her up, she is wonderful and loving. This dog may have been born to be carried. But I think she barks and nips for attention, angry because you aren't listening (i.e. Sitting on the ground and waiting for her to finish 'talking' to you and she will lick and nible on your fingertips.). She really is a love!!!
 

 

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Miniature Schnauzer is reportedly a result of crosses between the Standard Schnauzer, the Affenpinscher and perhaps the Poodle. He is originally a German breed, named after the German word for muzzle, "Schnauze." The Miniature Schnauzer excels at killing rats, but today it is mostly a popular and esteemed companion. Some of the Schnauzer's talents include: hunting, tracking, watchdogging, competitive obedience, and performing tricks. Very perky and bright-eyed. Loving and intelligent. Energetic, affectionate, and obedient. Playful, happy and alert, they like children. The Miniature Schnauzer enjoys time and companionship from its owner. Without the proper leadership, it can be feisty and fairly dog-aggressive - putting on a show of superiority without necessarily intending to fight. This can be fairly dangerous for the Miniature Schnauzer, who will challenge even large dogs, sometimes bringing more trouble on himself than he really wanted. Socialize this breed well with other dogs when it is still a puppy. If properly introduced, and if the dog does not see himself as pack leader, the Miniature Schnauzer will get along with another dog. They make good companions and family pets. Schnauzers tend to bark a lot, but it does not have a yappy bark it sounds like a low carried-out voice, howl of a voice. They make good guard dogs and mouse catchers. They are excellent watchdogs and are great to travel with. Some can be reserved with strangers, but most love everyone. Socialize well. Do not allow this little dog to developed Small Dog Syndrome, a human induced behavior where the dog feels he is pack leader to humans. This can cause a varying degree of behavior problems, including, but not limited to separation anxiety, willful, nervous, barky, guarding, bold and sometimes temperamental, not hesitating to attack much bigger dogs. A mentally stable dog, who gets enough mental and physical exercise will have a totally different personality. These are not Miniature Schnauzer traits, but rather behaviors brought on by the way the dog is treated by the people around him. It is all up to the humans. As soon as the humans start being true pack leaders, the dogs behavior will change for the better.