Small Terrier Group

Miniature Schnauzer

Also called Zwergschnauzer

Great with kids
Apartment friendly
Hypoallergenic
Barks a lot

The Miniature Schnauzer is a small breed that originated in Germany in the late 19th century. They have a double coat of wiry fur, and come in a variety of colors. They are an intelligent and active breed, and make good family companions. They are alert, and make good watchdogs, and are loyal and devoted to their owners.

Weight: 11–20 lb (5–9 kg)
Height at the shoulder: 12–14 in (30–36 cm)
Life span: 12–15 years
Exercise: About 45 minutes a day
Coat: Short, Wire
Origin: Germany (late 19th century)

Traits

Family and friends

Children: Good with children
Other dogs: OK with other dogs
Strangers: Polite with strangers

Home and activity

Energy: Moderately active
Apartment living: Good in an apartment
Barking: Barks often
Training: Easy to train

Care

Grooming: Frequent grooming
Shedding: Sheds a little
Drooling: Hardly drools

Temperament

Alert Feisty Friendly Intelligent Obedient Spirited

Coat colours

Black and silver, salt and pepper and solid black

Recognized by

American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC), New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)