I am proud to announce that we have another home-bred champion, Decanus Darn You're Good. She won Best of Breed in 11 out of 12 rings during the Philippine Circuit 2020, and ended the weekend with the titles of International Champion, Philippine Grand Champion, Philippine Champion, and Asia Africa Oceania Champion. She is also a… Continue reading Presenting another home-bred champion
Author: tonreyes
Mother of a pack of mini schnauzers and rescue dogs. Occasional writer and editor in two parallel kingdoms. Advocate of special needs kids.
Health testing dogs for genetic diseases in the Philippines
Health testing a dog for genetic diseases prior to breeding is an important step to ensure the health of the puppies. Unfortunately, not all breeders do this. This is especially a problem for breeders in the Philippines, where many of the tests are not available. For serious breeders, though, distance is not a deterrent. Labs… Continue reading Health testing dogs for genetic diseases in the Philippines
Preparing for dog shows in the Philippines
How do you prepare your mini schnauzer for a dog show? This is a question I am always asked by those who are starting out in conformation dog shows. My standard answer is that you can’t prepare a mini schnauzer (or any dog, for that matter) for a dog show overnight, or even a week… Continue reading Preparing for dog shows in the Philippines
Teacup schnauzers, princess shih tzus: why you should avoid them
If someone offers you a “teacup” or “princess” type dog, think hard or better yet, run. You’re about to fall for a marketing ploy and chances are, you’re about to get a dog that has a bundle of health issues. First things first, there is no such thing as a teacup dog, much less a… Continue reading Teacup schnauzers, princess shih tzus: why you should avoid them
Falcon is the 2019 top mini schnauzer in Thailand
Proud to share that our Falcon (Ch Virrey de Copertal at Plasma) is the 2019 top mini schnauzer in Thailand. Falcon's breeder is Bernardo Büchner Regazzoni🇩🇪 and he is co-owned by myself and Beer (Youngyut Amjaroen) of Thailand's Plasma Kennels. Feels good that the top mini schnauzers in both Thailand and the Philippines are affiliated with… Continue reading Falcon is the 2019 top mini schnauzer in Thailand
Why regular blood exams are a must
If you’re living in ehrlichia country (like the Philippines), regular blood tests are a must for your dog. That’s because you have no idea when your dog has been bitten by a tick, and yes, your dog can be bitten even if he has anti-tick and anti-flea treatments. A blood test can alert you to… Continue reading Why regular blood exams are a must
Charlie is 2019 top mini schnauzer in the Philippines
We are proud to announce that Charlie (International and Philippine Grand Champion Elan's Bubby Bulbasaur) , our home-bred miniature schnauzer, is the 2019 top mini schnauzer in the Philippines. We particularly thank his owner, Thirdee Duran, under whose love and care Charlie has flourished. Honestly, when Thirdee got Charlie as a puppy, he was not… Continue reading Charlie is 2019 top mini schnauzer in the Philippines
Dog confinement in the Philippines: things to remember
One of the low points of dog ownership is when your best buddy falls ill and your vet tells you that confinement is necessary. As a dog owner, I know how stressful this can be not only for you, but also for your dog. Unfortunately, not all veterinary clinics in the Philippines are capable of… Continue reading Dog confinement in the Philippines: things to remember
Caring for Your Dog Between Trips to the Groomers
By Sara Rupp, The Bark, September 2019 When you adopt a dog, you adopt a family member. You carefully consider what would make him or her feel happy and loved, then execute the fun pet supply shopping trip. Many don't consider grooming right off the bat, and that's okay, for a little while. No matter what… Continue reading Caring for Your Dog Between Trips to the Groomers
A Guide to Dog-to-Dog Greetings
What are dog greetings? Greetings between dogs allow people to assess their own ability to handle stress, but that is of course not their primary purpose. Dog greetings serve a lot of functions in social species, from reducing uncertainty, fear and arousal to gathering information. They can be used to signal status and to increase… Continue reading A Guide to Dog-to-Dog Greetings
