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Schnauzer
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A schnauzer (plural schnauzers) is a German dog type that
originated in Germany in the 1400s and 1500s. The term comes
from "Schnauze," the German word for snout, because of the
dog's distinctly furry muzzle. The type consists of three breeds: the
giant, standard and miniature schnauzer. The original schnauzer
was of the same size as the modern standard schnauzer breed,
and was bred as a rat catcher, yard dog and guard dog. The
miniature schnauzer is the result of crossing the original
schnauzer.
The word Schnauzer also means moustache in German.
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Schnauzer
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Country of Origin
Germany
Weight
varies - see text
Height
varies - see text
Coat
wiry outer coat, soft undercoat
Color
Black, white, black and white or black
and silver
Life span
8-10 years
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Description
Miniature Schnauzers are around one foot (30 cm) tall at the
shoulder and weigh between 5 and 13 pounds (five to seven kg).
They have high energy levels, are very intelligent and are often
salt and pepper or black. They can also be silver, white or even
parti (multi) coloured. They can live outside, but love to spend time
with their owners. They make excellent pets as they are loyal
companions and are rarely aggressive toward strangers, although
they are quick to sound the alarm at a perceived threat.
Standard Schnauzers are around 1 1/2 feet (46 cm) tall at the
shoulder and weigh 26 to 37 pounds (12 to 17 kg). They are in the
group of working dogs. Standard schnauzers have been used to
catch rats and as guard dogs. They have also carried messages in
times of war, helped the Red Cross and been police dogs.
Giant Schnauzers are around two feet (60 cm) tall at the shoulder
and weigh between 75 and 85 pounds (30 to 35 kg). They also are
working dogs. In history, giant schnauzers helped herd cattle and
were also guard dogs at breweries.
Some schnauzers have wiry hair which is easier to shave but may
have fuzzier soft hair which is harder to shave.
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