Hypoallergenic

Miniature Schnauzer

Mini Schnauzer · Small breed · from Germany

Miniature Schnauzers are spirited, smart, and loving. They have a distinctive bearded look and a wiry low-shedding coat. They adapt well to apartment life and are great with families. They can be barky but respond well to training.

At a glance

Size

Small

Weight

11–20 lbs

Height

12–14 in

Lifespan

12–15 yrs

Origin

Germany

Trait ratings

Trainability

82%

Friendliness

85%

Energy

65%

Low Shedding

80%

Easy Grooming

30%

Low Barking

30%

Care facts

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Exercise

30–45 min/day

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Grooming

Professional every 6–8 weeks

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Shedding

Low

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Temperament

Spirited, obedient, friendly

smallmedium-energyapartmentfamilyfirst-timehypoallergeniclow-shedding

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