The Schnauzer, whether Miniature, Standard, or Giant, is a robust dog breed with a determined character and beautiful elegance. Its distinctive muzzle with its beard and mustaches sets it apart, while giving it a reliable guard dog personality and an excellent life companion.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: Austrian Tyrol, Southern Germany
- Type: Companion dog, guard dog
- Hypoallergenic? Yes
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male/Female: 15-20 kg
- Height:
- Male/Female: 45-50 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 1 to 1.5 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can adapt to apartment living with enough exercise and attention)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Playful: ☆☆☆☆☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Gets along well with children, ideal for active families)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can be a bit reserved with other animals, but generally sociable)
- Strangers: ☆☆☆☆☆ (Tends to be reserved with strangers)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can live in an apartment, but requires regular stimulation and outings)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Requires more frequent grooming due to its coarse coat, but remains manageable)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Reasonable cost, but requires special attention for the coat)
- Grooming frequency:
- Grooming: Weekly brushing is recommended to avoid tangles and maintain coat cleanliness.
- Hygiene: Check and clean ears, teeth, and nails regularly.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 800-1300 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 1100-1200 €
🏡 Important note
The Schnauzer is a versatile dog that can adapt to different lifestyles, including apartment living, as long as it is given regular outings and a stimulating environment. It can live in an apartment, especially the miniature and medium sizes, but it will appreciate a garden to run around in. With its protective, intelligent, and loyal nature, it is an excellent companion dog for active families.
