Hi! I’m Meghan Baty, the owner of Lucky 7 Schnauzers.
I am a busy army mother of anywhere from 5 to 12 children…depending on which neighbor kids are over. (but I only have 5 of my own!). I’m recently divorced, which necessitated a move to Idaho with my kids. I am still ranching, breeding, and training dogs, horses, and kids! We have no shortage of a love for the outdoors and animals.
Background: I grew up on an angus cattle ranch. In the Angus industry we have something called EPD’s which measures everything from birth weight, rib eye measurement, mothers milking ability, calving ease, docility, etc. We also did extensive genetic research allowing to test for the best and genetically superior animals who will carry on not only great performance, but easy to work, non aggressive animals. I know the importance of genetics.
Miniature Schnauzers are no different. Genetics are no different. With my background, I knew how to utilize my knowledge of genetics to start creating healthy, well-bred puppies. Some examples: mothers who can’t whelp on their own will have puppies who also can not whelp on their own. Miniature Schnauzer Mothers and Fathers who bite and are aggressive by nature (not nurture) will be more likely to produce puppies who are similar in temperament. My question is, why breed bad genetics when there are plenty of good?
I have selected through careful processes Miniature Schnauzer parents who are at the top of their game in demeanor, trainability, and conformation. The reason these traits are so important is because of the therapy, love, and teachability this type of dog offers to my children and those who take one of my babies home.
A testimonial from my life: My three year old son, who is a delightful, intelligent red head, can also be a challenging and explosive child. When Brogan has Molly, “his dog,” he is more calm and manageable. From the time Brogan was 6 months old and needed a hair cut (yes he had a ton of hair at 6 months) he would scream and say “ow it hurts.” Every hair cut was a battle. I have been looking for the right dog for Brogan hoping it would help. Brogan has been packing Molly with him for the last month and I am amazed and so grateful at the change she has brought about in Brogan. The real test came when he got his hair cut last week. We went to the barber shop for the first time in a year (due to the horrible experiences he has had there I have given him all his haircuts). He jumped up on the chair with Molly and sat completely still until he was done and ended with a great big smile on his face. This was a huge accomplishment for Brogan. I have noticed recently when Brogan starts to cry or get upset, Molly comes running and touches Brogan with her nose, immediately changing his demeanor.
My goal is that every Miniature Schnauzer who leaves my home will go home with the same ability to think and love as Molly. My practices and puppy rearing are different than others I have come across. I am very hands on with all of my dogs, as is evident in their videos. I want my puppies to always add to their humans and have the best start possible, which starts with good genetics and proper handling practices. I hope you enjoy my site, my pictures, and the love my family and I put into all who come to our home, human and dog alike.
