Miniature Schnauzer

While they may be the smallest in the Schnauzer family, they are confident, sociable and determined, which helps explain why they have become the world’s favourite Schnauzers.

About the Miniature Schnauzer

A Schnauzer through and through, with the temperament and behaviour of a small dog. Intelligence, endurance and vigilance make Miniature Schnauzers great family dogs, patient with children and other animals in the home.

Their adaptable nature means that they will easily settle into any new family and are perfectly suited to life in a flat.

Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)

Breed specifics

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Avg life expectancy: 12–15 translations.feature.breeds.years

Determined / Intelligent / Confident / Alert / Even-tempered

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Makes a great family dog
Makes a great guard dog
Garden not essential