Jovial Miniature Schnauzers

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Jovial Miniature Schnauzers

Welcome! Jovial is a hobby kennel of Champion Miniature Schnauzer show & companion dogs since 1993. Champion dogs by AKC Breeder of Merit, Dr. Michael Ward
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GREETINGS! I'm Michael Ward, founder of Jovial Miniature Schnauzers, show dog exhibitor and, AKC Breeder of Merit of Champion dogs. In 1992, while reading Shakespeare in high school, I found the word JOVIAL. I knew then it was my kennel name. That same year, I met Yvonne (Billie) Phelps, of Sole Baye Miniature Schnauzers, who introduced me to my first bitch, whose line I've maintained to this date

. My gratitude for Billie is expressed in the pride I take breeding dogs worthy of her kennel's pedigree. Over the course of 20 years, Jovial Kennels has bred and/or shown Miniature Schnauzers, Scottish Terriers, Brussels Griffons and, Standard Poodles. My first show dog was a Scottish Terrier named Jug, then Felix a black Miniature Schnauzer, trotted the show ring. In 1995, the professional handler to which I introduced my then co-breeding partner, won Best in Show at Westminster Kennel Club with Peggy Sue, a Scotty who belted 32 Best in Shows. Now, I focus my time and energy on Miniature Schnauzers as my hobby and love. Occasionally, Jovial has puppies available for sale to companion and show homes. Please contact Michael if interested.

07/02/2023

On the last day of pride month, Shakti asked for her own rainbow. 🙏🏼

01/27/2023

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05/20/2022

The pups were feeling cute!

05/04/2022

We added a big boy to the pack!! That’s Jaxon back with his mother, father, and older sister.

11/04/2021

Please share and re-post if you agree! The holidays are approaching and it’s up to responsible pet owners to educate those who may not be quite prepared for the commitment.

04/10/2021

We are devastated. In 28 years of breeding the same bitch-line, the Jovial line came to an end yesterday. Katie lost her pregnancy and was spayed to prevent sepsis. She is alive and well, but the litter was lost along with Jovial’s legacy. There may be a dog to earn the Jovial name in the future, but for now, there will be no more Jovial Miniature Schnauzers. Rest in peace, Little Ones. 😢

03/05/2021

Jovial Miniature Schnauzers is relocating to St. Petersburg, FL!

03/02/2021

Second Moderna COVID-19 vaccine ✔️

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Saint Petersburg, FL
33713

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http://jovialkennels.com/

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Only the twins remain, one boy and one girl. The little girl is on the left, and is most certainly the pick of this litter. Her confirmation potential is outstanding, however; going to graduate school will not be conducive to finishing her championship.

Daily puppy play with dad.

My little poopers at play! 8 weeks and full throttle.

Daddy Hanny Man playing with his kids at Mom's house.

Shakti & Hanny's pups at play! take 3

Shakti & Hanny's pups at play! take 2

Shakti & Hanny's pups at play! take 1

Their collective nickname is "poopers" Such cuteness!!

Hanny Man at 8 weeks playing with Shakti.

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The Story

GREETINGS! I'm Dr. Michael Ward, founder of Jovial miniature schnauzers, champion show dog exhibitor and AKC Breeder of Merit. In 1992, while reading Shakespeare, I discovered the word JOVIAL. I knew then it would adorn the name of every dog I’d breed! That same year I met Yvonne (Billie) Phelps of Sole Baye miniature schnauzers. She introduced me to my first bitch whose progeny I've maintained to this date. Over the course of 20some years, Jovial’s bred and/or shown miniature schnauzers, Scottish terriers, Brussels griffons, and standard poodles. My first show dog was a scotty named Jug, then Felix was the first miniature schnauzer to trot the ring, yet no one can deny my interest in winning Best in Show in Madison Square Garden (yes, Westminster Kennel Club).

I focus on miniature schnauzers as my hobby and love. Occasionally puppies are available to companion and show homes.