About us Copyrighted © 2011  Ruddlands Miniature Schnauzers  Our first Mini was bought as a pet because Joanne's daughter has chronic Asthma and the Schnauzer was the ideal choice, as they don't shed their coats. We were then persuaded to get involved in showing and have since had great fun breeding puppies watching them grow and selecting those that we think will be suitable for showing, (not always getting it right I might add) and of course finding the right homes for the ones we were unable to keep.   If Joanne had her way we would keep them all.  We have enjoyed many successes including Miniature Schnauzer Pup Of The Year, with Ruddlands Disco Sensation, Kevin to his friends.  He was also judged to be Best Puppy In Show at the Northern Schnauzer Championship show.  There have also been numerous Best Puppy And reserve Best In Shows with many of his relations. Through our dogs we have met some truly nice people some of which have become very good friends.