It’s that time of year again when we start work on the iconic Schnauzerfest Calendar. We will open for your entries soon, check out social media and your inbox for further announcements 😊

Ooh, splendid. Haven't listened to Dusk at Cubist Castle for ages, TANadvanceKS!

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer lying on a sofa with a long-suffering expression on her face that says "I don't know what on earth you're doing but you seem to find it hilarious and frankly I'm too tired after charging around the lounge chasing an octopus to protest". Lyra has a plush octopus toy sitting on her head, arms draped around her. Octopus is probably Lyra's favourite toy as his head squeaks *and* half his arms squeak and you can grab loads of different bits which is brilliant.

Watch out, octopus attack!! #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

Lyra says: yes, and I'm four and a half! It's very condescending, I'm a big girl!

(Lyra secretly adds: don't tell them I actually quite like it, especially when I'm cuddling up to them on the sofa)

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer lying on a sofa, eye almost closed, quite exhausted after a long day of walks

Not so much Won't Look as Just Too Tired To Look Wednesday... #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer sitting on a plush dog bed (verdict: lovely and comfy) with some items in front of her from her welcome hamper: a toy turtle (excellent squeaky fun!), a bag of peanut treats (nom nom nom!), and a bottle of dog wash (hey! What do you people think you're playing at!) Fortunately the dog wash was not required.

Took a short break to treat the humans, but Lyra didn't do too badly out of it either! #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer standing on a sea wall, beard flapping in the wind, with a look that seems to say "this is all very scenic, but you'd better keep a firm hold of that lead or I might end up in France!"

It's a bit breezy on the seafront! #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer sitting in front of a haze of bluebells with a happy smile on her face (or panting slightly, as the sun has actually come out for once!)

Bluebell report: loads of 'em! Plus a little #TongueOutTuesday #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

One of the pictures from the April page of the Schnauzerfest calendar that looks a lot like Lyra, but we're not quite sure!

Thank you, it's this lovely shot from the top row of April!

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer standing on a woodland path with a few bluebells just starting to come out behind her

Bluebell update for @siggyschnauzer.bsky.social from our Easter holiday woods: a few just starting to come out, should be a picture in a week or two! #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

We're not sure 🤭 August definitely is, April looks very like her but it wasn't one of the photos we sent this year, we're a bit confused!

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer standing on a woodland path looking away from the camera; her human was waving a treat around which briefly attracted her attention but there was something far more interesting behind her.

Lyra is definitely not looking for #WontLookWednesdsy #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

WHAT A PRIZE!!
This absolutely gorgeous one-off ceramic bowl is designed, handcrafted and donated by supporter Sheila to help raise funds.

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Donations are open until Monday 13th April,

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I'm sure Hugo and Lyra can keep Siggy informed!

😆 The pupcake was small, and Lyra was far away...

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer gazing longingly at a dog cake being held by her human; the human is being very unreasonable and breaking off little pieces of cake at a time rather than just letting her scoff the whole thing down, much to Lyra's displeasure.

Lyra enjoyed a lovely Schnauzerfest walk this morning, especially the pupcake at the end! #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer sitting on a sea wall, gently backlit by the sunset, looking curious and inquisitive at the new sights and smells she's experiencing at the seaside (especially fish and chips, if perhaps there's a little bit of fish going spare for her dinner...)

Oops, was busy yesterday so instead of Throwback Thursday let's do Flashback Friday to Lyra's first holiday! #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

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That glow, a masterpiece! Hugo at Sunrise by JMW Schnauzer.

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer lying in her bed enjoying the sunshine

Lyra enjoying a bit of apricating in the sun #DogsOfBluesky #SchnauzerGang

Lyra fully endorses Hugo's bold fashion statement #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

So distinguished, Hugo!

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer standing in a patch of tulips. "You know these are actually daffodils, right?" says Lyra. "I do know that, but I can't think of any songs about tiptoeing through daffodils" I told her. "Well personally I would have just described how stunningly gorgeous I look rather than any of that nonsense" she said, which is a fair point but too late now.

Oh tiptoe from the garden, by the garden of the willow tree, and tiptoe through the tulips with Lyra! #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

Crikey! That is chilly, Lyra wouldn't be keen on that. Hope it improves for you soon.

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer looking fabulous as sunlight filtered through the trees catches her fur making her glow with an otherworldly beauty (or, less poetically, a small dog in the woods)

Lyra would like to wish everyone a happy Woodland Wednesday! #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer lying on a brown cushion with her nose tucked under a gray striped blanket. She's woken up, had her breakfast, been on a short walk, and is now conveying that the humans can leave her alone thank you very much, there's some serious power napping to be done to recover from all the weekend walking.

Lyra says: "Monday? No thanks."

Very distinguished, Hugo! Love the bow tie!

Oh, Hugo! Still noble, even when bedraggled.

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer, three years ago, lying on a bed, illuminated by the sun with an artful shadow accentuating the glow in her eyes and general fluffiness. Or something.

Lyra the black miniature schnauzer a few days ago, lying on a bed basking in the sunshine, looking like she hasn't aged a day since the previous photo because she's maintaining her youthful good looks so well. Must be the muddy puddle skincare routine that does it!

#ThursdayThrowback to three years ago, plus a few days ago, demonstrating that Lyra still very much enjoys apricating (basking in the sun!) #SchnauzerGang #DogsOfBluesky

Lyra loves to poddle, bimble, mosey and sometimes tootle! Until she sees a squirrel, at least, then it's a flat-out sprint 😄🐿️