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Terriersmall🌍 GermanyCompanion and ratter
Miniature Schnauzer
Spirited, friendly, smart, alert
Popularity
793
Small farm ratter with a wiry coat; lively watchdog that enjoys family activities.
Lifespan
12–15 years
Coat
wire, double
Colors
salt and pepper, black, black and silver
Male height
12–14 in
Female height
12–14 in
Male weight
11–20 lb
Female weight
11–18 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
4
Playfulness
4
Protectiveness
3
Prey drive
3
Barking
4
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
4
Novice owner friendly
4
Good with other dogs
4
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
1
Grooming
4
Drooling
1
Coat length
3
Exercise needs
3
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
3
