MINIATURE SCHNAUZER (from various sources)
Meeting a super cute puppy (April 2009)
The
Miniature Schnauzer is a breed of small dog of the Schnauzer type that
originated in Germany in the mid-to-late 19th century. Miniature
Schnauzers developed from crosses between the Standard Schnauzer and one
or more smaller breeds such as the Poodle or Affenpinscher. The breed
remains one of the most popular, and as of 2008 is the 11th most popular
breed in the U.S.
The
Miniature Schnauzer dog is probably one of the best family pets you
could find. He is a loving and friendly dog who craves attention and
company. Although small, he is not a toy dog. His sturdy build and smart
looks make Miniature Schnauzers particularly handsome pets.
The
Miniature Schnauzer is a distinctive and handsome dog. Most instantly
recognizable feature -- bushy eyebrows and long beards.
The Miniature Schnauzer doesn't just look intelligent; they are alert and clever, lively and mischievous. In
many ways, they are the perfect family dog. They thrive on attention, and
are quick to learn vocal commands. Eager to please, they will fit in
well with your family routines and habits. MS also make an excellent
guard dog for your family as they are quick to bark at a stranger, but
do not become aggressive.
The
dogs are very energetic and can sometimes become bored if not given the
attention that they crave. Regular exercise and proper diet are
essential to keep your MS from becoming bored and
destructive.
He is as much at home in the city with a small amount of exercise as he is in the country where he appears tireless. And, he easily adapts to any change of condition or climate. His deepest need, however, is to live as a part of the family, going where they go, doing what they do. Sleeping on with people, or in his own, beside his owner is his greatest joy. The Miniature Schnauzer does not shed, so, he often can be enjoyed by people who are allergic to other breeds of dogs. In return, the owner must keep him groomed to maintain his handsome appearance. Miniature Schnauzers are a breed of dog that likes to be with people, and they do best when they are with the family most of the time.
The Miniature Schnauzer is a small robust dog, nearly square in proportion. This dog is literally made up of rectangles. The head is rectangular in shape, which is accentuated by the long, thick beard, and heavy eyebrows. The muzzle is parallel to, and as long as, the top skull, and ending in a blunt wedge. His teeth should meet in a scissors' bite, with no signs of an overbite. The eyes should be deep-set, small, dark brown, and oval-shaped.
He is as much at home in the city with a small amount of exercise as he is in the country where he appears tireless. And, he easily adapts to any change of condition or climate. His deepest need, however, is to live as a part of the family, going where they go, doing what they do. Sleeping on with people, or in his own, beside his owner is his greatest joy. The Miniature Schnauzer does not shed, so, he often can be enjoyed by people who are allergic to other breeds of dogs. In return, the owner must keep him groomed to maintain his handsome appearance. Miniature Schnauzers are a breed of dog that likes to be with people, and they do best when they are with the family most of the time.
The Miniature Schnauzer is a small robust dog, nearly square in proportion. This dog is literally made up of rectangles. The head is rectangular in shape, which is accentuated by the long, thick beard, and heavy eyebrows. The muzzle is parallel to, and as long as, the top skull, and ending in a blunt wedge. His teeth should meet in a scissors' bite, with no signs of an overbite. The eyes should be deep-set, small, dark brown, and oval-shaped.
Ears
can either be cropped, or left natural. If cropped, they should be
identical in appearance, set high up on the skull. When left natural,
they should be small, v-shaped and folded close to the skull. In the UK,
it is illegal to crop ears and dock tails, making for a complete
opposite appearance than what is normally found in the US.
The body should be sturdily built, with a strong arched neck that blends seamlessly into the shoulders. The shoulders themselves should be well-muscled, yet well-laid back to make a vertical line from the tip of the shoulder to the elbows. The ribs are well sprung, extending well back to the loin; the belly should not be tucked up. The backline is straight, slightly declining from the withers to the tail. The tail is usually docked around the third vertebrae. It must be tall enough to be seen over the backline; it is to be carried high and erect. Height at the withers should equal in length from the chest to the buttocks. Any suggestion of toyishness will be disqualified in the ring; this breed is meant to be small and compact, not frail.
The front legs should be straight, long, and muscular, with elbows held close to the body; there should also be long heavy feathering on the legs. The hindquarters are also muscular. There should be enough angulation for the hocks to extend well beyond the tail. The feet are small and round, with arched toes.
The breed
calls for the height at the withers or shoulder blades to be at least
12" and no more than 14". It does not specify any particular weight for
the breed. That will depend on size and bone structure. A dog measuring
12" to 14" will be 11 to 20 lbs. Some breeders are producing Miniature
Schnauzer that are under 10" tall. This is a disqualification according
to the breed standard. Sometimes the term 'toy' is used to describe
them. The 'Toy' Schnauzer is not a separate breed, it is simply an
undersized Miniature Schnauzer.
The body should be sturdily built, with a strong arched neck that blends seamlessly into the shoulders. The shoulders themselves should be well-muscled, yet well-laid back to make a vertical line from the tip of the shoulder to the elbows. The ribs are well sprung, extending well back to the loin; the belly should not be tucked up. The backline is straight, slightly declining from the withers to the tail. The tail is usually docked around the third vertebrae. It must be tall enough to be seen over the backline; it is to be carried high and erect. Height at the withers should equal in length from the chest to the buttocks. Any suggestion of toyishness will be disqualified in the ring; this breed is meant to be small and compact, not frail.
The front legs should be straight, long, and muscular, with elbows held close to the body; there should also be long heavy feathering on the legs. The hindquarters are also muscular. There should be enough angulation for the hocks to extend well beyond the tail. The feet are small and round, with arched toes.
| What size and weight are Miniature Schnauzers? |
Different colors of Schnauzer:
Black
White
Salt and Pepper (light and dark)
Black and Silver
Black
White
Salt and Pepper (light and dark)
Black and Silver
Schnauzer types:
Standard Schnauzer
Giant Schnauzer
Miniature Schnauzer
Standard Schnauzer
Giant Schnauzer
Miniature Schnauzer
Meeting a super cute puppy (April 2009)
Danda at 3 months old
MS around 1 week:
Tail docked and declawed front paws
It took 2 days to heal. MS at this stage can forget the experience quickly, they only cry during the process, then, they're fine.
Before 3 months:
Deworm 2x
6-in-1 vaccines (4 shots, 2-3 weeks interval per shot)
At 3-4 months:
Anti-rabies vaccine
Deworming: every 3-4 months.
Multivitamin syrup: everyday
At 6 months:
Heartgard capsule/chewable once a month or heartgard once a year vaccine
At 3-4 months:
Ear cropping ... We didn't get her ears cropped as the process is bloody and painful for an MS whose pain sensor is already developed. Dog months are like human years in age. Ear cropping is banned in other countries. The operation uses anesthesia, but, the healing process is painful. It's about a month of intensive caring and torture for your dog. Some vets say it's just like getting their ears pierced, NOT TRUE! Try having your ears cropped and see if it's just like ear piercing! Ear cropping serves no purpose other than physical appearance enhancement, so the ears stay permanently upright. They are already so handsome even without pointed upright ears.
"Cropping of ears was done originally to protect the dog from injury while working or hunting. Then as breeds began to attend dog shows it became the norm and is now part of the official breed standard for many breeds. There are no benefits at this time for cropping any miniature schnauzers' ears. Some people claim that cropped ears are healthier and there is less risk of ear infection in a cropped dog, this is not scientifically proven in any way for the schnauzer breed. Proper care and cleanliness of the ears are required, not ear cropping. A lot of show dogs are still done, but, hopefully that will change when people's attitudes change about what really matters when it comes to form and function in dogs. Since, cropping of the ears is a complicated and painful surgical procedure that requires anesthesia, we see no purpose for it in the future of most breeds of dogs. Not only that, more and more vets are reluctant to do the procedure without very good reason, and some schools do not even train new vets how to do it at all. Many Veterinary Medical Associations are banning their members from doing such painful unnecessary cosmetic procedures, and enacting such bylaws and/or legislation is long overdue! Cropping ears is becoming a VERY *taboo* thing to do. It is already illegal in many countries, and that will hopefully become a much more widespread thing" - internet source
Schnauzer with Cropped Upright Ears
Schnauzer with Uncropped Ears
Schnauzer with Uncropped Natural Upright Ears
Schnauzer with undocked tail and uncropped ears
(In some parts of Europe, tail docking and ear cropping are illegal)
