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Adopt a Standard Schnauzer
Picture: Kent and Donna Dannen
Family:
schnauzer, livestock guard, terrier
Area of origin:
Germany
Original function:
ratting, guardian
Average size of male:
Ht: 18.5-19.5, Wt: 40-45
Average size of female:
Ht: 17.5-18.5, Wt: 35-40
Other names:
mittelschnauzer
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Cold tolerance
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Heat tolerance
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Standard Schnauzer Dog Temperament
Bold and lively, the standard schnauzer is a fun-loving companion and guardian. He is clever and headstrong, and unless given daily physical and mental exercise, he can be mischievous. He does best with a firm, patient parent. He is a devoted family dog and very reliable with children. He is good with other family pets. He can be reserved with strangers, sometimes acting suspicious and protective.
Standard Schnauzer Dog Care
The standard schnauzer needs daily exertion, either a long walk on leash, a vigorous game or an off-lead outing in a safe area. He is better off dividing his time between house and yard. His harsh coat needs combing twice weekly, plus professional scissoring and shaping four times yearly. Shaping is done by clipping or stripping.
Standard Schnauzer Dog Health
Major concerns: none
Minor concerns: CHD, follicular dermatitis
Occasionally seen: none
Suggested tests: hip
Life span: 12-14 years
Dogs Related to the Standard Schnauzer
Giant Schnauzer
Miniature Schnauzer
Airedale Terrier
Irish Terrier
Kerry Blue Terrier
Lakeland Terrier
Shelters with Standard Schnauzer Dogs
Some animal welfare organizations with Standard Schnauzers ready for adoption:
