Utility · Germany
Miniature Schnauzer
Bearded, bright and quietly self-important. A terrier brain in a tidy, low-shedding coat.
- They usually live
- 12–15 years
- Roughly, per year
- €1200–2000
What people love about them
- Sheds very little
- Sharp and quick to learn
- Suits a flat or a house
- Sturdy for a small dog
A few things worth thinking about
- Clipping every 6–8 weeks
- Barks at the door, the post, the wind
- Not keen on small pets
- Prone to weight gain
What they're like
Size
Energy
Exercise needs
Mental stimulation
Trainability
Sociability
Affection
Independence
Good with children
Good with other dogs
Apartment suitability
Tolerance of being alone
Shedding
Grooming
Barking
First-time owner suitability
Some breeds shed less than others, which people with allergies sometimes find easier to live with. But no dog is completely allergy-free, and reactions vary from person to person.