The Miniature Schnauzer is an exact replica of the giant or medium size of the breed, only in a smaller version. It began to be raised in Germany, where it was used to hunt rats.
His great gifts and great bravery made him a reference in the canine world, even great painters of the time, such as Dürer, dedicated much of their time to portraying and immortalizing him. Do you want to know all the details, care and anecdotes of the breed? We will tell you!
Index of contents
- 1 What does a miniature Schnauzer look like? characteristics
- 2 Character and personality of the Miniature Schnauzer
- 3 What care does a mini Schnauzer need?
- 3.1 Coat feeding and care
- 4 Common diseases of the Schnauzer breed
- 5 History and origin of the Miniature Schnauzer
- 6 How much does a mini Schnauzer cost?
What does a miniature Schnauzer look like? characteristics
As you already know, this is a miniature version of the Schnauzer. The breed standard of the International Cynological Federation (FCI) states that his body is vigorous but compact and slim.
The shape of the torso is square, while the head is robust and elongated, with an unmistakable muzzle. The truffle is black and has dilated nostrils. The jaw has a scissor bite, while the ears are V-shaped, they bend to fall on the face.
As for the eyes, they are oval and are located forward. Iris color is dark, either black or brown, and the look reveals security and liveliness.
The Schnauzer’s hair is what is known as wire, you will notice it hard to the touch. It has two layers: inner fleece and a short, rough outer coat. Despite its toughness, the coat is smooth. In addition, this breed has a beard and bushy eyebrows. Do you want to know if your Schnauzer mini is authentic? Check the official standard: FCI breed standard.
The coat of the Schnauzer has various shades: black, black and silver, silver with white areas and pure white. All dogs of the breed have a mask on their faces.
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Height of between 30 and 35 cm in males and females |
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Weight of between 4 and 8 kg in males and females |
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Hard hair, short-medium size and hard / coarse |
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Friendly and obedient character |
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Strong health although with some possible congenital diseases |
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Estimated life expectancy between 12 and 15 years |
What care does a mini Schnauzer need?
Despite its small size, the Schnauzer has tremendous energy and stamina. He likes to walk daily, either in the city or in the country. If you don’t have a garden or patio, take it to the park to play, it will love to have fun with you; the most recommended activities are running and chasing the ball.
During walks, we suggest that you stay on a leash or bib until you reach a safe place; otherwise, it will chase any small animal you see!
Are you planning a family outing to the beach or the mountains? Your Schnauzer will want to participate! Family activities are very enjoyable Do not miss the opportunity to share these experiences with him.
Thanks to its guard dog character, it is recommended to train and socialize it from puppy. His personality with a tendency to please and his intelligence make training easy, but you must be creative, because he gets bored easily with repetitive tasks.
- Tips for properly socializing a dog
Activities like Agility and dog competitions are a great way to keep your Schnauzer active and offer fun training.
Socializing with children, pets and adults is recommended. In addition, you must channel the bark so that it does not become a problem.
Coat feeding and care
The Miniature Schnauzer does not require a particular diet, only quality feed formulated for small sizes. There is the possibility of feeding it with homemade food, consult your vet on the best way to put together a menu of this style.
This dog tends to gain weight, take care of the daily food proportions, they must correspond to the age, weight and physical activity of your dog.
The coat of the Schnauzer requires professional care. You can brush it at home weekly, but it is best to go to the dog grooming every 5 or 8 weeks, keep in mind this extra expense before adopting a dog of this breed.
Bathroom, nail cutting and ear cleaning is recommended once a month. One positive thing about fur is that it loses very little, so with proper maintenance you won’t have to worry about cleaning too much hair around the house.
Common diseases of the Schnauzer breed
With the necessary care and annual visits to the vet, your Schnauzer will grow healthy. However, the breed has a tendency to suffer from some diseases:
- waterfalls
- Pancreatitis
- Kidney stones
- Heart problems
- Hyperlipidemia
History and origin of the Miniature Schnauzer
The standard Schnauzer breed, from which the miniature comes, has been known in Europe since the 15th century. At this time, German farmers began raising the miniature version to hunt rats.
It is a terrier dog product of the cross between the medium Schnauzer, the Poodle and the Affenpinscher. Today, he stopped serving as a hunting dog and serves as a pet. In addition, it is common to see dogs of this breed at dog shows around the world.
How much does a mini Schnauzer cost?
Remember that there are thousands of dogs of all breeds, sizes and ages waiting for a home in the many animal protectors and kennels. However, if you prefer to buy, these are some of the kennels where you can find copies of Schnauzer mini.
The price of a mini Schnauzer puppy is around € 300 to € 600 in Spain. Remember to always ask for the pedigree certificate of the puppy and its parents. And if you have any questions, you can always check with the Spanish Club of the Schnauzer Mini.
Or enter the group of friends of the Schnauzer Mini on Facebook, where you can share opinions and / or queries with other owners:
- Friends page of the Schnauzer mini on FB
And now that you know everything about this beautiful breed, do you want to live with one?