Miniature Schnauzer
Terrier Group
Height at Shoulders
12-14 in
Weight
11-22 lbs
Life Expectancy
12-15 yrs
History
The Miniature Schnauzer originated in Germany during the mid-to-late 19th century. The breed was bred down from the Standard Schnauzer, an all-purpose farm dog that originated in Germany during the 15th century. It is believed that the standard version was crossed with Affenpinschers, Miniature Pinschers, and/ or Miniature Poodles to create the miniature version which was better suited as a ratting dog. The Miniature Schnauzer is unique in that it is the only terrier breed that does not have British origins or British stock in its ancestry. The first Miniature Schnauzer was reported in 1888, and today the breed is the 17th most popular in the United States.
Breed Characteristics
While not all Miniature Schnauzers share the exact same personality and temperament, there are certain generalizations that can be made about the breed. In addition to genetics, a dog’s environment, training, socialization, and many other factors all contribute to their personality and behavior.
Intelligence
Affection Towards Family
Friendliness Towards Strangers
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
Exercise Needs
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Intelligence
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Common Traits
Lively, fun-loving, and mischievous
Have a "big dog personality" and might try to act tough around much bigger dogs
Prone to weight gain if overfed or underexercised
Very people-oriented and need almost constant attention from family
Intelligent, easy to train, and love to learn new tricks but can be outrageously and frustratingly stubborn
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