Life expectancy

13 years

Age adult

10 months

Height (Shoulder height)

33 cm

Weight

6 kg

Coat texture

medium length / coarse-haired / undercoat / wiry / dense / beard and bushy eyebrows

Coat color

black, white, black&silver

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation / eye diseases / factor VII deficiency / diabetes mellitus / kidney stones / Myotonia Congenita / Schnauzer comedo syndrome / persistent Müllerian duct syndrome

Food expenses per month in €

about € 20

Suitable for children

Rather yes

Needs a garden

Rather not

Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment

Rather yes

First dog suitable

Rather yes

Allergy friendly

Rather yes

Athletic

Attention

Care and grooming

Eager to learn

Exercise

Nature

friendly / alert / stubborn / lively / loyal

Bred for

rat and mouse hunting / guard carriages / guard house and farm

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation / eye diseases / factor VII deficiency / diabetes mellitus / kidney stones / Myotonia Congenita / Schnauzer comedo syndrome / persistent Müllerian duct syndrome

Dog type according to FCI

pinscher and schnauzer - molossoid - swiss mountain and cattledogs

FCI description

Section 1 Pinscher and Schnauzer. These were once farm dogs that kept house and stables free of mice and rats. They also protected against intruders and accompanied the carts. They are often independent, suspicious of strangers and vigilant.

Section 2 Molossoids. These great dane-like dogs were used in the war as fighting dogs and in the Middle Ages for big game hunting. Later for guarding large estates. They are big, defensive dogs who protect and defend their family. They need a loving education early on and must not be armed in any way, otherwise the strong animals get out of control. Also the mountain dogs were typical house and yard dogs which are ready to defend but little aggressive. With same-sex conspecific, they get along however usually less well because of its distinctive precinct-behavior.

Section 3 Swiss Mountain Dog. These worked as herd prodection dogs or guard dogs in alpine valleys or pulled milk carts. They are independent, territorial and guarded house, yard and livestock.

Many dogs from this group grow very big, have a strong personality and need patient training. They can become great partners for life if you have enough space and time. Others are small, but still stubborn and want to be challenged so that their activity and vigilance can be lived out and not used against others.

Short description

The Miniature Schnauzer is very attached to his owners and is an alert, little dog with a great personality. He is feisty, adventurous and needs a lot of physical and mental exercise. If he can seam off his energy he can be held also in an apartment. His coat needs regular trimming and does not shed a lot.