CoolHand Ranch: Giant Schnauzers

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Our goal is to preserve the standard of the Giant Schnauzer breed ,

and enhance the characteristics which we have come to love in them.

To accomplish this, we look for dogs which meet the breed standard as defined by the AKC.

Most importantly, we look for stable temperament, personality and intelligence in selecting and breeding our dogs.

Some qualities of the Giant Schnauzer we find most appealing are:

Their intelligence

Instinctive guarding abilities

Absolute love and devotion to their families, always aiming to please

They are well suited to confirmation showing, obedience, agility, and carting.

Their versatility makes them desirable pets.

About Us

Thank you for visiting our web site. We are located in Scottsville, New York (a suburb of Rochester).

Our family is one that loves all animals. We have had numerous pets over the years, but none have tugged at our heartstrings like our first Giant Schnauzer (Luke) adopted in November of 2000. We dabbled in the show ring and he showed great promise, winning Best of Breed in two of the three shows entered.

The timing for the show ring did not fit for our family at the time, and Luke became our faithful family companion. He loved games, any game that challenged his mind. A favorite being Hide and Seek, hide one of his toys, and he wouldn’t stop seeking until he found it! Another favorite, Frisbee. After our arms were sore from throwing it for him, hours and hours would be spent jumping on and chewing this object.

Even in most frustrating times Luke could make us laugh, by his bizarre antics. I remember we were working outside one day trying to secure lattice to the lower part of our deck. Things weren’t going according to plan, when out of the corner of our eyes we caught sight of Luke calmly sneaking away carrying an eight foot 2x4 in his mouth, ping ponging between the deck posts.

His unconditional love and protection instincts weathered us though many toils.

This was our introduction to the wonderful world of Giant Schnauzer breed, and we have been hooked ever since.

Our Dogs

Our Dogs:

CH Skansens Got Guinness?

BISS CH Skansens Eternal Grace

*Click on the images above to view events, photos, and pedigree information...

Grace

Grace:

Click here for Health Certifications - OFA Cleared - CHIC #54465

BISS CH Skansens Eternal Grace

EVENT: Wyoming Valley Kennel Club

DATE: 2/16/2008

JUDGE: Mrs. Sharon A. Krogh

CLASS: 12 - 18 Mos., Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Onondaga Kennel Association

DATE: 3/29/2008

JUDGE: Mrs. Eva E. Berg

CLASS: 12 - 18 Mos., Winners

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners

POINTS: 3

EVENT: Naugatuck Valley Kennel Club

DATE: 7/02/2008

JUDGE: Col. Jerry H. Weiss USMC

CLASS: 12 - 18 Mos., Winners

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners

POINTS: 3

EVENT: Kenilworth Kennel Club of Connecticut

DATE: 7/4/2008

JUDGE: Mrs. Madeleine B. Fish

CLASS: Open, Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Opposite Sex

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Farmington Valley Kennel Club

DATE: 7/5/2008

JUDGE: Dr. Harry Smith

CLASS: Open, Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Opposite Sex

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Holyoke Kennel Club

DATE: 7/6/2008

JUDGE: Mr. Roger D. Gifford

CLASS: Open, Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Opposite Sex

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Holyoke Kennel Club

DATE: 8/22/2008

JUDGE: Mr. Francisco Jose Cabrera

CLASS: Open Black, Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex

POINTS: 5

EVENT: Newtown Kennel Club

DATE: 8/23/2008

JUDGE: Mr. Vincent O'Brien

CLASS: Open Black, Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of Breed or Variety

POINTS: 5

EVENT: Newtown Kennel Club

DATE: 8/23/2008

JUDGE: Mr. Louise O'Brien

CLASS: Working Group

PLACEMENT: Group 4

Grace: Pedigree
Grace 2.16.2008
Grace 3.29.2008
Grace 7.4.2008
Grace 7.5.2008
Grace 7.6.2008
Grace 8.22.2008
Grace 8.23.2008
Grace 8.23.2008b

Guinness

Guinness:

CH Skansens Got Guinness?

Click Here for Health Certifications - OFA Cleared - CHIC #74968

EVENT: Central New York Kennel Club

DATE: 3/28/2009

JUDGE: Mr. Robert R. Hartinger

CLASS: Puppy 6 - 9 Mos., Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

POINTS: 4

EVENT: Conewango Valley Kennel Club

DATE: 6/13/2009

JUDGE: Dr. Harry Smith

CLASS: Amateur Owner Handler, Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Olean Kennel Club

DATE: 6/14/2009

JUDGE: Mr. Joseph E. Gregory

CLASS: Amateur Owner Handler, Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Gennessee Valley Kennel Club

DATE: 7/4/2009

JUDGE: Mr. Robert R. Hartinger

CLASS: Puppy 9 - 12 Mos., Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Gennessee Valley Kennel Club

DATE: 7/05/2009

JUDGE: Mr. Robert R. Hartinger

CLASS: Puppy 9 - 12 Mos., Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Kennel Club of Niagara Falls

DATE: 9/13/2009

JUDGE: Mrs. Patricia A. Hess

CLASS: Open, Winners, Best of Breed/Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Breed or Variety

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Central New York Kennel Club

DATE: 9/25/2009

JUDGE: Dr. Harry Smith

CLASS: Amateur Owner Handler

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of Winners

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Kanadasaga Kennel Club

DATE: 7/5/2009

JUDGE: Mr. Michael Lanctot

CLASS: Open, Winners

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners

POINTS: 1

EVENT: Giant Schnauzer Club of America

DATE: 9/29/2009

JUDGE: Mrs. Kimberley Meredith-Cavanna

CLASS: 12 - 18 Mos., Winners, Best of Breed or Variety

PLACEMENT: 1st, Winners, Best of Winners

POINTS: 5

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Guinness 3-28-2009
Guiness 6-13-2009
Guinness 6-14-2009
Guinness 9-13-2009
Guinness 9-25-2009
Guinness 9-29-2009

Buying a Puppy Old Album

Buying a Puppy:

At CoolHand we breed Giant Schnauzers for ourselves; to improve the breed, always striving for the perfect "show" puppy.

However, we can not keep them all.

When it is time to place our puppies, we want to be sure it is with the proper parents and the proper setting. If you would like more information or are interested in reserving a puppy from us, please fill out our online questionnaire or email us at the link listed below.

We will respond as soon as possible and thank you for your interest.

* Click here to fill out the questionnaire online

What does my pup come with?

All puppies are AKC registered.

Tail and dewclaws will be removed.

We microchip all puppys and will send documentation on the chip and the registration material with your new puppy. (If the animal ever gets lost the microchip is the best way to aid in the identification and notification that your dog has been found.)

All shots and worming will be up to date when you receive your puppy. We stand behind our Giants and guarantee them against hip and other genetically derived medical disorders provided you feed and exercise them properly.