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Schnauzer

Background

The Schnauzer is an ancient breed. It is the original sheepdog of the Austrian Tyrol. Paintings and tapestries dating back to 1492 show dogs that are not unlike the modern Schnauzers.

The Schnauzer has also been found in statuary, one on a statue in Mecklenborg, Germany. This statue is dated 1620.

"Schnauzer" was the name of the first prize winning Wired-haired pinscher (the breed's previous title) which was exhibited for the first time in 1879 in Hanover.

Because of its desire to work with the shepherds and guard the family home, the traveling merchants of the 15th and 16th centuries used the Schnauzer to guard their wagons as they traveled from village to village.

These dogs had to be of a size not to take up too much room when traveling on top of the wagon but fierce enough to repel possible thieves.

The Miniature and Giant Schnauzers were developed from the Standard Schnauzer.

Breed Personality, Characteristics & Temperment

The Schnauzer is alive, alert and always interested and involved in its environment. They are very inquisitive and intelligent, often being referred to as the dog with the human brain.

Compatibility With Other Pets

Care Requirements

Please take note:
The Schnauzer is a very trainable dog. Because they are a very intelligent dog, they enjoy the challenge of trialing. However, unlike most other breeds, the Schnauzer will only do the exercise for a short period of time and then needs to move on to the next activity. If you plan to work your Schnauzer through obedience be prepared to change the activities around frequently so they do not get bored. A bored Schnauzer make a difficult work mate.

Please take note:
The Schnauzer is a very trainable dog. Because they are a very intelligent dog, they enjoy the challenge of trialing. However, unlike most other breeds, the Schnauzer will only do the exercise for a short period of time and then needs to move on to the next activity. If you plan to work your Schnauzer through obedience be prepared to change the activities around frequently so they do not get bored. A bored Schnauzer make a difficult work mate.

Conclusion

If you have decided that one of the Schnauzer types is the dog for you, find out which one would be best suited to your situation by contacting one of the groups listed below:

Breeders

State	Contact	Breeder
VIC	Wendy Wheat	rhumderry	Contact
QLD	Jennifer Sharland	Chicabud	Contact
VIC	Isobel Mundy	Gemais	Contact
VIC	Suzanne Grevis-James	Saultz	Contact
WA	Carol Filbey	Fruhling	Contact
QLD	Matthew Sowden	kenraine	Contact
WA	Coral Kennewell	Edelgeist	Contact
VIC	Deb Lee	Deelee	Contact
NSW	Arinna Earley	Arydan	Contact
QLD	Sandra Wyatt	Lauthala	Contact
VIC	Blaizenoak Kennels	Blaizenoak	Contact
SA	Samantha Burns	Asyut	Contact
QLD	tiffany ninnes	regenstauf	Contact

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Lifespan: The Schnauzer, in general, is a very healthy breed and has a long lifespan: The Standard - up to 13+ years The Mini - up to 15+ years The Giant - up to 12+ years.

Ideal Owners: Owning a Schnauzer is a lifetime commitment for both you and your dog. If you are not prepared to share your life, your home and your family with your Schnauzer then this is not the breed for you.

Like a child, the Schnauzer needs and thrives on love, devotion and a stable environment. In return you will receive a lifetime of loyalty and companionship.