Miniature Schnauzer

My son is allergic to most dogs. My Miniature Schnauzer is the only dog that does not trigger his allergies. We tested carefully before committing and he has been fine for three years. She is also the most adaptable dog I have owned, happy in the car, at hotels, at friends' houses, and in our flat. …

My Miniature Schnauzer is thirteen years old and still insists on his walks, still wants his training sessions, and still argues with me about bedtime. The longevity of this breed is genuinely remarkable. He has slowed down but his mind is sharp and his personality unchanged. He has been my companio…

My Mini Schnauzer is the nosiest dog I have ever owned. She must investigate everything, greet everyone, and be involved in every activity. She has a confident, forward personality that is entertaining if occasionally exhausting. She learned her training commands quickly but adds her own editorial t…

My Schnauzer is wonderful in most respects but the barking required significant work. He barks at the door, at the television, at unusual sounds, and at things only he can perceive. We did a full training programme focused on bark control and he is much better now but it was a real project. If you l…

My Schnauzer alerts me to anything unusual at the perimeter with two sharp barks and then waits for my response. If I go to investigate and find it benign he stops. He does not bark endlessly like some small dogs. He has a purpose to his alerting that seems intelligent and measured. He has deterred …

I have had terriers before and the Miniature Schnauzer is by far the most responsive I have encountered. My girl picks up new commands quickly, retains them reliably, and performs them with enthusiasm. She completed advanced obedience training with excellent scores. She loves the engagement of train…

My Schnauzer has been my companion through a divorce, a house move, and two job changes. She has been a consistent, grounding presence through significant upheaval. She watches me constantly, responds to my moods, and presses close when she senses I need it. She is healthy at nine, still bright and …

My Miniature Schnauzer is now eleven and I cannot imagine a better companion. He adapted to our flat perfectly when we downsized, he is low-shedding which suits my allergies, and he has been healthy and robust throughout his life. He learned a huge vocabulary of commands and toys by name. He is opin…