Description: The Standard Schnauzer is in the middle of the Schnauzer family with the Giant Schnauzer being larger and the Miniature Schnauzer smaller. They are attractive, robust, intelligent and playful dogs who make good companions and are generally good with children. Standard Schnauzer's ears are usually cropped in the US, but in Britain, it is illegal to crop the ears.

Other Names: Mittelschnauzer

Height: 17.5 - 19.5 inches
Weight: 26 - 40 lbs.

Colors: Pepper and salt, solid black and black and silver.
Coat: Harsh and wiry, with a soft undercoat.

Temperament: Standard Schnauzer is robust, active
With Children: Yes, extremely tolerant of children
With Pets: Yes
Special Skills: Vermin destroyer, watchdog and family pet.

Watch-dog: Very High
Guard-dog: Very High

Care and Exercise: Brush the wiry coat of the Standard Schnauzer daily with a short wire brush to prevent matting. Pet dogs can be clipped and show dogs should be stripped and plucked twice a year. Trim around the eyes and ears. Clean whiskers after meals. The Standard Schnauzer loves to run at a fast pace. They require daily exercise consisting of brisk walks and off the leash play sessions.
Training: The Standard Schnauzer is a quick learner and eager to please. They can be stubborn at times. Needs consistent handing. Responds to the sound of your voice.
Learning Rate: High, Obedience - Medium, Problem Solving - High

Activity: Indoors - Very High, Outdoors - Very High
Living Environment: Apartment is fine as long as sufficient exercise is provided. Owners should be confident and desire an independent dog.

Health Issues: Genetic eye diseases.

Life Span: 12 - 14 Years
Litter Size: 4 - 9

Country of Origin: Germany
History: The oldest of the Schnauzer varieties. They were originally used as an all-purpose farm dog and were good ratters. Their origins remain obscure but it is said they may have been crossed between the Beaver Dog, and a rough-coated dog such as a terrier. Others think they have evolved from the Wire-haired German Pinscher.

First Registered by the AKC: 1904
AKC Group: Non-Sporting Group
Class: Non-Sporting
Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 2), KC (GB), UKC

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