Miniature Schnauzer
Terrier group · Small size · From Germany
A friendly, smart, obedient ratter — the eyebrowed, bearded German farm dog scaled down for family life.
FriendlySmartObedient
Lifespan
12–15 years
Weight (M)
11–20 lbs
Height (M)
12–14"
Coat
wirehaired
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
High
Trainability
High
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
Moderate
Shedding
Lower = less hair
Very Low
Grooming effort
High
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
High
Good with kids
High
Good with dogs
Moderate
Good with strangers
Moderate
Protectiveness
High
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
Very High
Common health issues
- • Pancreatitis
- • Diabetes
- • Bladder stones
- • Cataracts
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
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