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Breed Profile
The Miniature Schnauzer has become one the most popular breeds for a household pet, due to
the fact that they are practically non-shedding and non-allergenic, intelligent, extremely alert,
make a good watch dog, are spirited and playful, and make a good companion for young and old,
single and family alike. I cannot give enough praise to this breed.
Miniature Schnauzers are not by nature aggressive, however, most are relatively fearless. As they
mature most develop a territorial instinct which they will defend vocally rather than physically. A
good Miniature Schnauzer will bark at anyone who seems to be a threat. Once you are there,
they should accept that you are in control of the situation and be silent. If you are not present,
most Miniature Schnauzers will bark until what they consider to be a threat is gone. This is what
makes a Miniature Schnauzer a good watch dog.
Miniature Schnauzers have a small, squarely proportioned body with a long neck and rectangular
head. A Miniature Schnauzer should be brushed daily and groomed approximately every 6 to 8
weeks to maintain their Schnauzer cut.
Color and Size
Miniature Schnauzers come in many different colors. Salt and Pepper, Black and Silver, Solid
Black, Solid White, Solid Liver (Chocolate), Black and White Parti, Liver and White Parti, and
Pepper and White Parti. The American Kennel Club will allow registration of all these colors,
however, at this time, the American Kennel Club only allows Salt and Pepper, Black and Silver,
and Solid Black to enter the show ring.
The American Kennel Club breed standard for Miniature Schnauzers calls for the height at the
withers (shoulder blades) to be at least 12" and no more than 14". No particular weight is
specified for the breed. Weight depends on the dog"s size and bone structure. Typically a dog
measuring between 12" to 14" will weigh between 14 and 20 pounds. At Sweet N' Sassy
Schnauzers we specialize in breeding Toy Schnauzers, which we consider to be 11 pounds and
under. The Toy Schnauzer is not a separate breed. It is simply an smaller size Miniature
Schnauzer. The American Kennel Club will allow registration of this size Miniature Schnauzer,
however, will not allow a Miniature Schnauzer under 12" in the show ring. Our Toy Schnauzers
are not "runts". They are bred to be smaller in size and are exceptional in every way.
Feeding Your New Puppy
You will be provided with a sample supply of the food your puppy is currently eating. If you
plan to change your puppy's food to another one than provided, please continue to feed your
puppy the food that was provided for a few days, then mix 1/2 of the food provided with 1/2 of
the new food of your choice for 2-3 days, and then change to the new food completely. If you
change your puppy's food too rapidly, your puppy is likely to get diarrhea. Be sure that your
puppy does not become dehydrated by giving him or her access to plenty of drinking water.
Helpful and Informative Links
Preferred Adult and Puppy Food: Eukanuba http://www.eukanuba.com
Registration: American Kennel Club http://www.akc.org
Registration: American Pet Registry, Inc. http://aprpets.org
Registration: Continental Kennel Club http://www.continentalkennelclub.com
Registration: Universal Kennel Club http://www.universalkennel.com
Shipping: Continental Air Lines http://www.continental.com
Revival Pet Supplies http://www.revivalanimal.com
The Miniature Schnauzer has become one the most popular breeds for a household pet, due to
the fact that they are practically non-shedding and non-allergenic, intelligent, extremely alert,
make a good watch dog, are spirited and playful, and make a good companion for young and old,
single and family alike. I cannot give enough praise to this breed.
Miniature Schnauzers are not by nature aggressive, however, most are relatively fearless. As they
mature most develop a territorial instinct which they will defend vocally rather than physically. A
good Miniature Schnauzer will bark at anyone who seems to be a threat. Once you are there,
they should accept that you are in control of the situation and be silent. If you are not present,
most Miniature Schnauzers will bark until what they consider to be a threat is gone. This is what
makes a Miniature Schnauzer a good watch dog.
Miniature Schnauzers have a small, squarely proportioned body with a long neck and rectangular
head. A Miniature Schnauzer should be brushed daily and groomed approximately every 6 to 8
weeks to maintain their Schnauzer cut.
Color and Size
Miniature Schnauzers come in many different colors. Salt and Pepper, Black and Silver, Solid
Black, Solid White, Solid Liver (Chocolate), Black and White Parti, Liver and White Parti, and
Pepper and White Parti. The American Kennel Club will allow registration of all these colors,
however, at this time, the American Kennel Club only allows Salt and Pepper, Black and Silver,
and Solid Black to enter the show ring.
The American Kennel Club breed standard for Miniature Schnauzers calls for the height at the
withers (shoulder blades) to be at least 12" and no more than 14". No particular weight is
specified for the breed. Weight depends on the dog"s size and bone structure. Typically a dog
measuring between 12" to 14" will weigh between 14 and 20 pounds. At Sweet N' Sassy
Schnauzers we specialize in breeding Toy Schnauzers, which we consider to be 11 pounds and
under. The Toy Schnauzer is not a separate breed. It is simply an smaller size Miniature
Schnauzer. The American Kennel Club will allow registration of this size Miniature Schnauzer,
however, will not allow a Miniature Schnauzer under 12" in the show ring. Our Toy Schnauzers
are not "runts". They are bred to be smaller in size and are exceptional in every way.
Feeding Your New Puppy
You will be provided with a sample supply of the food your puppy is currently eating. If you
plan to change your puppy's food to another one than provided, please continue to feed your
puppy the food that was provided for a few days, then mix 1/2 of the food provided with 1/2 of
the new food of your choice for 2-3 days, and then change to the new food completely. If you
change your puppy's food too rapidly, your puppy is likely to get diarrhea. Be sure that your
puppy does not become dehydrated by giving him or her access to plenty of drinking water.
Helpful and Informative Links
Preferred Adult and Puppy Food: Eukanuba http://www.eukanuba.com
Registration: American Kennel Club http://www.akc.org
Registration: American Pet Registry, Inc. http://aprpets.org
Registration: Continental Kennel Club http://www.continentalkennelclub.com
Registration: Universal Kennel Club http://www.universalkennel.com
Shipping: Continental Air Lines http://www.continental.com
Revival Pet Supplies http://www.revivalanimal.com
