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Miniature Schnauzer Training

Do you have a Miniature Schnauzer that needs some training help? Natalie from Crazy Kind Calm dog training can help!

With over 900 dogs trained across the Macedon Ranges, Natalie understands the unique personality and needs that come with this wonderful breed.

Miniature Schnauzers are spirited, alert little dogs with big personalities. They were bred as ratters and farm dogs, which gives them a confidence and tenacity that belies their small size — plus a bark that could wake the neighbours.

Common Miniature Schnauzer traits and training needs

  • Vocal breed — barking at visitors, noises, other dogs, and sometimes nothing at all
  • Terrier stubbornness combined with intelligence — they know what you want, they just might not care
  • Can be reactive towards other dogs, especially on lead
  • Prone to resource guarding of food, toys, and favourite humans
  • Alert and watchful — can become overly vigilant and anxious in busy environments
  • Strong prey drive for a small dog — will chase small animals and birds

Miniature Schnauzer owners know their dog has appointed themselves head of household security. If your Schnauzer barks at every sound, gives other dogs the hairy eyeball, or has decided that their food bowl is sacred ground, that's classic Schnauzer behaviour. Behind that bristly moustache is a sharp mind that responds well to training — once you convince them it's worth their while.

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Miniature Schnauzer Training Options

Whether your Miniature Schnauzer is a new puppy or an older dog with some habits to work on, we've got options to suit.

One-on-one dog training
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One-on-One Training

Personalised sessions in your home, where the challenges actually happen. We work together on your specific goals — whether it's pulling on lead, barking, poor recall, jumping up, or something else entirely.

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Puppy school class
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Puppy School

Group classes in Kyneton for puppies aged 8-16 weeks. Build confidence, learn essential skills, and socialise with other pups in a safe, supportive environment.

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Miniature Schnauzer (and others) Success Stories

★★★★★ Google
"We adopted a rescue dog and whilst she is very cute we knew from the onset that she would need work which is why we went to Natalie. Through the session we were able to work on some strategies to help improve behaviour and remove the anxiety out of interacting with other people/animals whilst out and about. It's been approximately a month now since our session and we can see a noticeable difference in behaviour and we continue to see improvements on a daily basis. My biggest learning was to be realistic about the experience. Things will get better in very slow, little increments. Be diligent and temper your expectations. I keep reminding myself of this and it has really changed the relationship I have with our dog. I'm excited to see her develop even further into the dog I know she can be - all thanks to Natalie."

Mighty BoB June 2023

★★★★★ Google
"Crazy Kind Calm Dog Training have helped us and our puppy progress in leaps and bounds. He has become more responsive and confident. The program is designed to meet the individual needs of our family and the environment our puppy lives in. The notes provided afterwards, enables us to practice our learnings between sessions. Would recommend Nat to anyone looking to bring a dog into the family."

carolyn Guild March 2026

Merlot
Australian Shepherd • 3551
★★★★★ Google
"Natalie is an absolute legend! We welcomed two Aussie Shepherd boys from the same litter and had heard plenty about the challenges of raising two brothers. We couldn’t have done it better without her guidance. We truly appreciate her ongoing support and the positive changes we’ve seen."

Venessa Nadolnik

Australian Shepherd dog training in 3551
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Captain Stafford X dog training
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Magpie Kelpie X dog training
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Ready to train your Miniature Schnauzer?

Let's talk about your goals and how we can help your Miniature Schnauzer become the best dog they can be.

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