Charming nimble miniature schnauzer dogs in combination are also official. They bark loudly, perfectly guard the house, chase mice and rats and are simply irreplaceable in a private house.
Breed description
Germany is considered the homeland of the miniature schnauzers. These cute dogs were bred as assistants for farmers, their task was the extermination of rodents and the protection of housing and livestock. Despite the modest size, courage this breed does not hold. It is thanks to this quality that she performed her tasks and is doing it perfectly.
In addition to remarkable courage, miniature schnauzers are inherent in: a sharp mind and quick wits, compact size, simple care and unpretentiousness in everyday life.
Today, the miniature is the smallest service dog in the world. And this is only in size, but not in significance.
Representative requirements
Dogs reach a height of 35 cm, weigh an average of 6-7 kg, a maximum of 8. In addition to white, they can have 3 more colors: black with silver or black undercoat and pepper and salt. The dog, having excellent health, has a shiny coat and is odorless. The top coat is hard and the undercoat is thick.
The miniature schnauzer is not subject to seasonal molting, so the owner does not face endless collection of wool from all horizontal surfaces in the house.
White tsvergs used to be considered a breed marriage, and now this opinion is periodically expressed. This is completely untrue. The white color of the breed is recognized in 1992. White miniature schnauzers today take part in exhibitions along with other colors of the breed both at domestic and international competitions.Dogs of this color are not albinos. They are dark-eyed, and the coat is pigmented dark.
It is believed that white miniature is a clarified color "pepper and salt."
Character
White zerg are bold, active and funny. Children are friendly, however, the smallest can be perceived as a threat to their comfort. Dogs are easy to train and train, they perceive other animals in the house well. Representatives of the breed are typical terriers. They bark loudly and floodly, often for some reason.
Dogs are quick-tempered and persistent. Although there are individuals with a complaisant and balanced character.
To get a non-malignant and stable animal, you should start raising and training a puppy from an early age.
It is better if at first this is done by a professional, who will draw up a detailed plan for the dog’s training and training.
Next to strangers, the miniature schnauzer is wary and restrained. If he is sufficiently socialized, he will behave calmly. Having discovered something unusual, alarming, the miniature always barks briskly. Therefore, it is impossible to sneak quietly and silently into the house where this dog lives. Such a dog is a great watchman. However, as a powerful guard, it is unlikely to be useful due to the compact size.
Care and maintenance
Representatives of the breed are distinguished by good, good health. Of course, all the necessary measures for vaccination and the control of parasites should be carried out in accordance with the schedule. Health features are such that dogs are prone to joint diseases, diabetes, urolithiasis, and eye diseases.
The white color of the coat does not mean that the dog is quickly getting dirty. Pollution occurs to the same extent in all representatives of the breed, just on white wool they are better visible. You need to bathe the dog as it gets dirty, wash your paws after each walk.
Also, the paws should be inspected for injuries, splintering, cuts very carefully after each exit of the dog on the street.
Miniature Schnauzer is a breed that needs trimming. The minimum amount is twice a year, but more often. If you do not neglect this procedure, you can form a kind of “vest” from wool in 2 months. It will protect the pet from getting wet, cold, slush and dust. It is very important to monitor the color of the mustache and slippers on the paws. If they are browned, you need to change the feed and make sure that the wool coat dries properly, not be damp.
Puppies in the litter are usually born in the amount of four, but sometimes more.
Females of the breed are very strong, capable of bearing and self-feeding their babies. If the puppies are 4-5, they do not eat complementary foods, as the mother’s milk is enough to feed them. At the age of 6 weeks, puppies become interested in other foods. Tail docking should be done at the age of 3-5 days, but only if there is a plan for ear stopping in the future. It is only necessary if the parents have a high density of cartilage, and with a high probability the ears will be erect.
Parenting and training
It’s nice and easy to train the zerg. They really like to carry out commands. Dogs are interested in agility, they enjoy playing with frisbee. Representatives of the breed are very owner-oriented, so preparing them for exhibitions and shows is easy. Dogs are very fond of speaking, receiving refreshments for a properly completed task. It is impossible to punish and scold a dog for not winning the competition.
On the contrary, you need to cause her positive emotions regarding what is happening. Then at the exhibition she will show her full temperament and optimism.
The dog needs constant physical activity, regular and systematic. You can’t leave her alone for a long time, she is bored, howls, can harm the apartment and things. If the miniature has been alone for a long time, the long-awaited exit from the house may be accompanied by an irrepressible incessant bark.
About the features of the breed miniature schnauzer see below.
