History of Schnauzers

History of Schnauzers

A well-loved, popular breed

The dog breed Schnauzers is a very popular breed of dogs that have been around for centuries. This dog is well loved for its great behavior, willingness to learn, and the companionship that the dog can give. There are three different types of Schnauzers including the Miniature Schnauzers, the Standard Schnauzers, and the Giant Schnauzers. Schnauzers have wired hair and can be in the color of gray, gray and white or black and sometimes a mixture of those three colors. They are known to be “hypo-allergenic” because they don’t shed and their hair doesn’t collect dust and dander as readily as other breeds. Thus they are good dog breeds even for those who are usually allergic to other animals.

History of the Schnauzer

The History of the Schnauzer dates back all the way to the early 15th century. The breed was created in Germany and the standard size Schnauzer was the first to be bred. The Schnauzer is a descendant of the German Pinscher. Miniature Schnauzers were bred by mating an Affenpinscher or Poodle with a Standard Schnauzer. Giants were bred by breeding with Great Danes and Bouvier De Flandres dogs. As time and breeding progressed eventually the Schnauzers became their own breed and did not have to be crossbred any more.

Dogs 101 – Miniature SchnauzerMiniature Schnauzer

The Miniature Schnauzer was recognized as an official breed in 1926 and have been bred in the United States since 1899. In 1933, the American Miniature Schnauzer Club was formed. The standard breed was first inaugurated into the American Kennel Club in 1904 with the Giant Schnauzer being recognized in 1930. Since these dogs are so rich in history you will find that many people had these types of dogs for many years and there are even statues of the dogs located in Germany.

Considering Getting A Schnauzer

If you want to add a dog to your home and want a dog who has a rich history and is well mannered, the Schnauzer may be the right breed for you. The dog is patient and is known as a highly intelligent dog. Due to breeding down through the centuries, the dog has proven to be very hardy and does not have major health issues like some other breeds do. You will have to choose between the standard, miniature, or giant breed of the dog. They all have great dispositions; the only difference is their size and how much you want to spend on feeding the dogs.

The Schnauzer is also known to be wonderful with children. They are very accepting of small children and enjoy interacting with kids. They are also great for families with allergies and if you desire a dog that doesn’t shed. Since they are considered “hypoallergenic” and don’t shed they can make a great all-around indoor family pet.

 

Make sure that you consider how much it will cost to groom the dog and how much it will take to feed the dog each week. If you decide to purchase one of these amazing and historical dogs make sure that you ask the breeder for a history on the dog’s family so you might see how old the line your Schnauzer is from which your dog came. You will also want to find out if they are purebred.

Breed All About It – Schnauzer

Facts about Schnauzers

  1. The Schnauzer is recognized as being part of the Terrier group by the American Kennel Club.
  2. The most popular Schnauzer is the Miniature Schnauzer, which is preferred by a large number of owners.
  3. Miniature Schnauzers are a cross between the Affenpinscher or Poodle and the Standard Schnauzer.
  4. Miniature Schnauzers will stand between 12 to 14 inches at the shoulder.
  5. Standard Schnauzers will stand between 18 and 19 inches at the shoulder.
  6. Giant Schnauzers will stand between 25 and 27 inches at the shoulder.
  7. Schnauzers were bred for herding and protection which may explain why they are so good with children.
  8. Schnauzer owners can expect their pet to live around 15 years.
  9. The name Schnauzer comes from the German word “Schnauze” which means snout or muzzle. This was obviously a good name for the breed based on their appearance.
  10. Schnauzers need to be brushed frequently and will need to have its beard washed daily. They also need to have the hair around their eyes, paws, and ears trimmed regularly.
  11. According to the AKC, the Miniature Schnauzer is the 16th most popular dog breed, the Giant Schnauzer is the 83rd most popular, and the Standard Schnauzer is ranked 90th most popular.

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