Miniature Schnauzer Dog Breed Information:
The Miniature Schnauzer dog breed has it all in one small package: intelligence, affection, an extroverted temperament, humor, and a personality that’s twice as big as their bodies. Throw in that walrus mustache and quivering enthusiasm, and they’ll make you laugh every day.
Miniature Schnauzer Dog Breed Group: Terrier Dogs.
Miniature Schnauzer Height: 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder.
Miniature Schnauzer Weight: 11 to 20 pounds.
Miniature Schnauzer Life Span: 12 to 14 years.
More About This Dog Breed:
The Miniature Schnauzer is a small dog with a whole lot of heart. He's always in the top 20 most popular breeds in the U.S., England, and Germany, but he's bred around the world. He is a "people person" all the way: extroverted with moderately high energy, he just wants to have fun. And being with you is fun, no matter what you do.
Miniature Schnauzer History:
Miniature Schnauzers were originally bred to be ratters and guard dogs on farms. They were developed in the mid-to-late 19th century in Germany by crossbreeding the Standard Schnauzer with smaller breeds, such as the Miniature Pinscher, Affenpinscher, and perhaps the Poodle or Pomeranian.
Miniature Schnauzer Size:
Miniature Schnauzers are sturdy and don't look like toy dogs by any stretch of the imagination. They are usually 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder. Weight ranges from 11 to 20 pounds.
Miniature Schnauzer Personality:
A Miniature Schnauzer is full of life. An extrovert, he loves to be in the thick of the family action. He may even run up to you while you're sitting down and throw his paws around your neck. He wants to touch you and be next to you all the time, and you can bet he'll want to sleep plastered to your side.
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Miniature Schnauzer Health:
Miniature Schnauzers are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they're prone to certain health conditions. Not all Miniature Schnauzers will get any or all of these diseases.
Cataracts.
Entropion.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA).
Urinary Stones.
Myotonia Congenita.
Von Willebrand's Disease.
Congenital Megaesophagus.
Miniature Schnauzer Care:
The Miniature Schnauzer is active when inside the house, playing with toys and following you from room to room. He loves to have a yard to play in, but he'll do well without one if you give him a long walk every day. He needs 45 minutes of daily exercise.
Miniature Schnauzer Feeding:
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Miniature Schnauzer Coat Color And Grooming:
Miniature Schnauzers are solid black, salt and pepper, black and silver,
or white. A solid white Miniature Schnauzer can't be shown in American Kennel
Club shows, however, so white ones are by definition pet quality instead (which
makes no difference to the dog's temperament).
Miniature Schnauzers should be groomed every five to eight weeks to keep them looking their best. Brush your Schnauzer two or three times a week so he doesn't get matted, especially in the longer hair on his face and legs. Daily brushing is even better if you want to prevent gum disease and bad breath. Trim his nails once or twice a month if your dog doesn't wear them down naturally to prevent painful tears and other problems.
Miniature Schnauzer with Children And Other Pets:
The Miniature Schnauzer likes hanging out with his people he lives for it, as a matter of fact. He's good with children, particularly if he's raised with them. He'll play with them and protect them and they'll help each other burn off steam: kids and Miniature Schnauzers are a great combination.
A Miniature Schnauzer usually plays well with other dogs he isn't one of those terriers who can't play nicely with others. He typically isn't as aggressive toward other dogs as many other Terriers are, but he is brave and fearless around large dogs, a trait that can get him into trouble.