The Miniature Schnauzer

Miniature Schnauzers are a very popular breed for good reason- they're truly incredible dogs! They're a big dog in a little body, however they really don't believe that they're dogs, they're more like little bearded people.

Miniature Schnauzers are true terriers. They have very little fear of other dogs (even dogs the size of Great Danes), and tend to adapt very well to mulit-dog households, and even do well with other pets if raised with them.

The Miniature Schnauzer is the result of crossing the Standard Schnauzer with Affenpinschers and Poodles. The reason these crossings were done was to create a smaller version of the Standard Schnauzer. These dogs were originally bred for catching and killing vermin. Their beards are actually a "protective shield" for when they go after the rodents- the rodents bite back and get a mouth full of Schnauzer beard. Therefore, the Schnauzer is not hurt and can continue on his duty.