Names
Miniature Schnauzer
Zwergschnauzer |
Origin
Germany, 1400s.
Developed from the standard Schnauzer in the late nineteenth century. |
Use Today
Companion |
Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 13-15 years of age |
Weight & Height
12 to 15 pounds & 12 to 14 inches tall |
Known Health Problems
Hereditary Eye Conditions, Skin Problems, Kidney Stones, Liver Disease, diabetes, Melanoma, Myotonia Congenita, PRA, Cataracts |
Physical Description
Small, sturdy and squarly built. The head is strong and rectangular and the muzzle is equal in length to the skull and blunt. Eyes are small, brown and deep set.. The ears are v-shaped, small and naturally folded or cropped erect. The tail is docked, set high and carried erct. |
Temperment
Friendly & alert. This breed is good with children and dogs.. They are fairly easy to obedience train and can make a great guard dog as it is an enthusiastic barker |
Living Conditions
Will do ok in an apartment or in the city |
Grooming
Brush or comb daily |
Exercise
Walk daily or allow to exercise freely in a big open space. |
Coat Texture
Double coated with a short undercoat and a hard, wiry outer coat. |
Coat Colors
Black/Silver, Black/Tan, Salt/Pepper, Black, Parti-colors, White |
Puppies
3-6 pups per litter. |
Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club |
