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Miniature
Schnauzer dog breed
If you
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Schnauzer owner,
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Dog breed group |
Non-Sporting |
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Origin of breed |
Germany,
herding and watch dog. |
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Life expectancy |
12
- 14 Years |
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Color |
Pure
black, or pepper and salt. |
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Coat type |
Harsh,
hard, and wiry. |
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Exercise needs |
Needs
long, brisk, daily walks and loves to play off leash. |
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Temperament |
The Miniature Schnauzer is Lively, very friendly and affectionate.
He is energetic and makes an excellent watchdog. |
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Good with children |
Good
with children. Good with other pets. |
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Grooming needs |
Brush or comb the wiry coat daily or it will become matted.
Clip out knots. He should be clipped all over twice a year.
Trim around the eyes and ears with blunt-nosed scissors and
clean whiskers after meals. |
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Average size (inches) |
13
- 14 inches
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13
- 14 inches
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Average weight (lbs) |
13
- 15 lbs.
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13
- 15 lbs.
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Health issues |
Bladder stones, liver diseases,
skin disorders and cysts. |
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Living conditions |
City or country
he is an ideal pet for any setting. |
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Dog
breed description
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The Miniature Schnauzer is
energetic, active dog who has clean habits, is neat in size and makes
a delightful companion for apartment dweller or someone with a small
house and yard. Charming and attractive, the perky Miniature Schnauzers
is seldom addicted to wandering, being devoted to his home and family.
He is an excellent family pet and children's companion. Known in his
native Germany as the Zwergschnauzer he was derived from crossing the
Standard Schnauzer with smaller dogs. He was primarily used for herding,
protecting the flocks as well as a watchdog.
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Dog
breed infobits |
The
Miniature Schnauzer is an offshoot from its larger brothers, the Giant
and the Standard, and also
has Affenpinscher blood in its veins.
The word 'Schnauzer' comes from the German word 'schnauze' which means
'muzzle'.
The Miniature Schnauzer is a dog with a well-balanced personality.
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