Frequently Asked Questions

  • Upon application approval, a $500 deposit via Zelle, Stripe, Paypal (plus 3% surcharge), Venmo, or Cash App reserves your puppy. Full payment is due at 6 weeks of age. Electronic payments (Zelle, Venmo or Cash App) must be made 3-5 days prior to pickup. Electronic payments are not accepted on pickup day.

  • Our miniature schnauzer puppies are priced from $1,500 to $5,000, dependent on eye color, size, and coat color. All puppies are sold with limited registration to pet homes with strict spay/neuter contracts. Methods of Payment include: Zelle, PayPal (plus 3% surcharge), Venmo, Cash App, and Cash.

  • Yes! The best way to get the exact puppy you want is to join our waitlist. A buyer may be on the waitlist for 2-12 months depending on the sex and color(s) they are interested in. The $500 non-refundable deposit fee will be rolled over to subsequent litters until you are matched with the puppy that suits your family's needs.

Payment and Pricing

  • Our Miniature Schnauzers undergo extensive genetic testing for inherited diseases, including a full genetic panel for in-depth health and color information. We conduct early structure evaluation and preliminary OFA testing (heart & CAER eyes) between 1-2 years of age. Our adults go through another round of testing after 2 years of age for their final OFA certifications.

  • Every puppy receives a comprehensive veterinary check covering skin, coat, eyes, musculoskeletal system, body condition, cardiovascular, respiratory, ears, urogenital, and gastrointestinal health. We provide a detailed veterinary report and disclose any abnormalities.

  • The package contains a veterinary report, vaccination and dewormer schedule, microchip registration, 2-year health guarantee, scented toys, blanket, free 30-day AKC pet insurance, training clicker, treats and puppy food.

  • While we don't ship puppies, we recommend puppy nanny services. If you decide to fly to us, we’ll meet you at our local airport in Oklahoma City, Will Rogers Airport (OKC). Know that puppy nanny service prices vary based on various factors.

Health and Testing

  • Step 1: Complete the Puppy Application & Review the Sample Puppy Purchase Contract

    Begin by completing our comprehensive Puppy Application. This is the first step in ensuring a perfect match between our puppies and their forever homes. Also, take a moment to review our Sample Puppy Purchase Contract, which outlines our commitment to the well-being of our puppies and the responsibilities of a new puppy owner.

    Step 2: Review FAQs

    Our FAQ section provides detailed information on the cost involved in adopting one of our puppies, ensuring transparency and helping you plan for your new family member.

    Step 3: Await Response from The Royal Family Kennels

    Once your application is submitted, kindly await a response from us. We take pride in reviewing each application thoroughly, which typically doesn’t take long. We appreciate your patience as we work to ensure the best matches between our puppies and their prospective homes.

    Step 4: Contract Completion via DocuSign

    Upon approval of your application, you will receive a DocuSign link to complete your portion of the Puppy Purchase Contract. This digital process makes it easy and convenient for you to take the next step.

    Step 5: Payment and Reservation Details

    To reserve your place on a pre-birth waitlist or to claim a puppy who is already born and under 6 weeks old, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required. Note: For puppies six weeks old or older, full payment is needed at the time of contract signing to hold the puppy.

    Step 6: Relax and Await Your New Puppy

    Once the contract is active and legally binding, you can kick back, relax, and await the arrival of your new Royal Family puppy. This is an exciting time, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Puppy Adoption Process

  • For the health and safety of our dogs and puppies, we prioritize FaceTime visits for depositors. In-person visits, inside or outside our home, are not permitted. We are dedicated to accommodating families with virtual visits, allowing discussions about your puppy's personality at the 6-week mark.

    Regular documentation and sharing of the puppies' growth, development, and exposure activities, including updated photos and videos, can be found on our social media pages like Instagram and Facebook. It's always an exciting journey to witness the puppies' growth over their first 8 weeks of life.

  • Puppies are raised in our home in Oklahoma, with outdoor and crate exposure.

  • Switching your puppy's food abruptly can lead to gastrointestinal upset, including vomiting, diarrhea, and a decreased appetite. We recommend maintaining your puppy on the diet we have provided until they settle into your home, which may take approximately a week. Once your puppy has acclimated to its new environment, you can follow the guidelines below, as recommended by the American Kennel Club (AKC).

    When deciding to change your puppy's food, it's crucial to transition gradually to allow your puppy's system to adjust to the change. Ideally, this transition should occur over 5-7 days. During this period, you will progressively introduce more of the new food by mixing it with your puppy's current diet. A successful diet transition for most puppies typically involves the following steps:

    Day 1: 25% new diet and 75% old diet.

    Day 3: 50% new diet and 50% old diet.

    Day 5: 75% new diet and 25% old diet.

    Day 7: 100% new diet.

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