Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Nova—aka Ivy—a BIG, beautiful 6-month-old puppy bursting with personality! Miss Ivy came to rescue when her breeder chose not to address the entropion in her eyes. Thankfully, she landed safely in our care, and her corrective surgery is scheduled for March 9th. Now, let’s talk about this giant girl. With her size and limited early training, Ivy will need a patient, committed adopter—ideally someone with Giant Schnauzer (or similar working breed) experience. She absolutely lives up to the breed’s reputation. Giant Schnauzers are known for being incredibly intelligent, loyal, protective, and deeply bonded to their people. They are natural guardians who take their job of watching over their home seriously. They are also high-energy working dogs who thrive when given structure, purpose, and consistent leadership. Without clear direction and mental stimulation, they can become stubborn, mischievous, and a little too clever for their own good! Ivy is no exception. She’s smart, strong-willed, and needs plenty of mental engagement. Training sessions, puzzle toys, structured play, and eventually a “job” (like advanced obedience, scent work, or agility) will suit her beautifully. If she doesn’t have something to focus on, she’ll happily invent her own entertainment—and you may not love her creativity. Ivy currently has no leash training and tends to freeze when asked to walk. We’re working on it, but her adopter should be prepared for slow, steady progress. New environments can overwhelm her, and in the beginning you may find yourself carrying her into places like the vet (bonus: free arm workout!). She can become overstimulated and a bit nippy, so we recommend a home with older children only. She does well with other dogs but can show some sass and will need appropriate redirection and confident handling. The good news? She’s making progress! Ivy is now sleeping well in her kennel at night and can manage about four hours in it during the day. However, she will need someone home frequently to help her gradually overcome her “I must be with you 24/7” mindset—another very typical Giant Schnauzer trait, as they bond intensely with their people. Because she has no leash skills yet, a securely fenced yard is a must. Additionally, a home without shared walls is required. Ivy is a classic young Giant—devoted, bold, intelligent, and full of potential. With patience, structure, training, and love, she will grow into the loyal, impressive companion this breed is so well known for. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Interested in adopting this lovable animal? Please go to our website www.wagsmn.org and fill out an Adoption Application. Once the application is processed, a Wags representative will contact you, answer any questions you may have, and set up a time/location for a meet and greet! A home visit is required prior to adoption. Thank you for choosing to adopt! Breed and temperament determination: Wags & Whiskers Animal Rescue attempts to determine breed and temperament using a combination of looks, information provided to us at intake, and our experience with the animal while in our Rescue. We do not guarantee this determination. February 17, 2026, 7:35 am
