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The History Of The Miniature Schnauzer
For many people, the Miniature Schnauzer is considered to be a wonderful family pet.
The Miniature Schnauzer is a breed of a small dog of the Schnauzer type that originated in Germany in the mid
to late 19th century. With its well known and distinctive intellectual looking beard, long eyebrows, and hair
and coat color markings, the Miniature Schnauzer breed is recognized worldwide.
Miniature Schnauzers are believed to have developed from crosses between the Standard Schnauzer and one or
more small breeds such as the Poodle, Miniature Pinscher, or Affenpinscher.
The Schnauzer breeds originated in Germany and is divided into three types: The Miniature Schnauzer, The
Standard Schnauzer, and the Giant Schnauzer. Of these three types and sizes of Schnauzers, the Standard
is considered to be the first and oldest of the breed. The Standard Schnauzer has been around since the early
1400's.
Of these three sizes, the Standard is considered to be the oldest, first, and the original. Even though these
Schnauzers may appear similar, they are all considered separate breeds because of their genetics.
Historic data on Schnauzers maintain that they are believed to have developed in the Kingdoms of Wurttemberg
and Bavaria, Germany. Historic paintings of that 1400th era depict the Schnauzer as a household pet and loving
family companion. The breed was not only considered a family member but was used to catch and kill mice
too large for cats to kill. They were also used in the marketplace to protect and guard food stores in carts from
larger varmet.
The Miniature Schnauzer, as it is now, is the newest breed and was developed as a companion and family pet.
It is believed that the Miniature Schnauzer was developed by crossing the Standard Schnauzer with
Affenpinschers and Poodles as mentioned above.
Prior to the 1900's, the Schnauzer was not known outside of Germany. It is believed that after World War I,
the breed became popular throughout the world. During the war, the Giant Schnauzer was believed to have
been used in policing and as a messenger dog.
The Giant Schnauzer today is used in some parts of the world as a police and guard dog.
The Standard and Miniature Schnauzer both make wonderful, intelligent, and loving family pets.
All three breeds of Schnauzers, the Giant, Standard, and Miniature Schnauzer are recognized by the American
Kennel Club.
The American Kennel Club lists the Miniature Schnauzer in the terrier group. The average lifespan of the
Miniature Schnauzer is extremely long compared to other dog breeds and is usually between 14 and 16 years old.
I personally have had Miniature Schnauzers live to 19 years.
This data is for informational purposes only and does not contain nor is it intended to contain fully factual data
although it is believed to be accurate as of the time of this writing.
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