Silva Whisker Schnauzers

LocationCamden, NSW

Newborn litter

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Hi, I'm Lara S.

Hi, I’m Lara Silva, and welcome to Silva Whisker Schnauzers! I’m a passionate breeder dedicated to raising healthy, happy, and exceptional miniature schnauzers. Our dogs come from carefully selected top-quality lines, including imported dogs from Croatia, to ensure the very best in health, temperament, and…

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Newborn & Planned Litters

Vet Approved Criteria

Member since Nov 2025

RightPaw Responsible Breeder Badge

Every breeder on RightPaw has agreed to our vet-approved RightPaw Code of Ethics, and passed an interview from one of our team.

  • Breeding & Welfare
  • Health Practices
  • Home Environment
  • Documentation
  • Feeding
  • Physical Condition

Our Breeding Practices

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Behaviour and socialisation

At Silva Whisker Schnauzers, our puppies grow up in a loving, family-filled environment. As a stay-at-home mum with children, I ensure each puppy gets plenty of cuddles, kisses, and gentle handling from the very beginning. They are also exposed to everyday household noises—like TVs, vacuum cleaners, and more—so they…

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Health

All our puppies will leave us having received their first vaccination, microchip, and regular worming every two weeks. They will also have had their first flea preventative. Each puppy undergoes a thorough veterinary health check before going to their new home, and any health or behavioural considerations will be…

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Home environment

Our puppies are born and raised in our family home, where our dogs are cherished members of the family and live indoors with us. They enjoy a comfortable, weather-protected, and temperature-controlled environment. While our puppies are born indoors, they also have safe access to outdoor play and activities. We…

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Included with our puppies

When you bring one of our puppies home, they come with: • Puppy training information • A complete puppy raising guide • Certificate of veterinary health check • Breed-specific care guide • Starter food pack • Toy for playtime • Blanket with their mother’s scent • Treats • Grooming products • Toilet training…

Health Tests

Core Tests(1/2)

Silva Whisker Schnauzers conducts 1 out of 2 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Miniature Schnauzer.

PRA

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Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration…

PRA

Additional Tests

Silva Whisker Schnauzers conducts 3 additional tests available for the Miniature Schnauzer.

dna iconGenetic Test

Persistent Mullerian Duct Syndrome (MDS) is a condition where a male animal, with normal male genitalia, also possesses a uterus and fallopian tubes. This is caused by an error in development of the reproductive tract in early embryonic development. The condition is often discovered by accident during abdominal surgery. There is a DNA test available to identify if a dog is carrying this condition.

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Myotonia Hereditaria/Congenita is a genetic disease that causes muscle problems resulting in a stiff gait and difficulty swallowing. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog might be carrying this condition.

dna iconGenetic Test

Spondylocostal Dysostosis (SD, or ‘Comma Defect’), is a genetic growth disorder causing spinal and rib malformations. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.

Australia States

Transportation options

Australia States

Silva Whisker Schnauzers will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:

All states (QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, NT, ACT & TAS)

Our payment process

1.    Submit an Application Fill out the RightPaw application so I can get to know you and make sure you’re the right fit for one of my puppies.     2.    Quick Phone Chat I’ll give you a call to talk about the puppies, answer questions, and explain the next steps.     3.    Meet the Puppies You’re welcome to visit…

Getting your puppy home

Silva Whisker Schnauzers supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.

In person puppy pick up
Meet the breeder in person for puppy pick ups
Ground transport service
Supportive of on-the-road pet transport by car or van
Domestic air travel by plane
Supportive of domestic air transport by plane

Badges of Recognition

RightPaw Verified BadgeMDBA Registered

About the Breeder

A little about us

My name is Lara Silva, and I’m a small, family-based breeder who puts love, care, and responsibility at the heart of everything I do. Breeding dogs isn’t just a hobby for me—it’s something I’m truly passionate about. As a stay-at-home mum of six children, our home is always filled with warmth, play, and gentle hands…

Why we got involved in breeding

love my dogs for their beautiful personalities and the joy they bring into our home every single day. Each one of them has their own little quirks, their own way of showing love, and their own special bond with our family. They’re loyal, affectionate, and always ready to brighten our day with a cuddle or a wagging…

Our special touch

My special touch comes from the way I raise my puppies right in the heart of my family. With six children, a loving home, and constant hands-on care, every puppy grows up surrounded by real life, real love, and real socialisation from day one. I put time, attention, and heart into each puppy — knowing their…

Credentials

State registration

B001085944

Association

MDBA

Association number

42624

Prefix

Silva Whisker

Breeding since

I Started breeding in 2016

Applying for a puppy

Apply for a puppy by answering a few questions so Lara can get to know you.
A$5,000 - A$5,500
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Silva Whisker Schnauzers accepts payments on RightPaw. What's this?

A$5,000 - A$5,500