Schnauzers are a popular breed of dog that have been around for hundreds of years, dating back to the 15th century in Germany. The name schnauzer may seem strange to English speakers, however the word “schnauze” is the German word for snout so it makes a lot of sense as the schnauzer has a very distinct snout with long hair.
Originally, Schnauzers were bread to catch rats and act as property guard dogs. Now, hundreds of years after their introduction, there are now 5 different sizes of schnauzers that have been paired with other types of dogs to create another unique breed.
The first of the 5 different types of Schnauzer is the standard schnauzer. The standard schnauzer is a medium-sized dog, standing around 1.5 feet tall and weighing approximately 25 to 35 pounds. Throughout history, Standard Schnauzers have played an integral role in times of war, acting as messenger dogs or as guard dogs for important people or property.
miniature schnauzer They are another type of schnauzer that are smaller than the standard schnauzer, measuring about 12 inches and weighing between 13 and 15 pounds. A miniature schnauzer is known to be active and full of energy, but is still highly intelligent. They are great with children and make a good family dog as they are rarely aggressive. These dogs were a combination of a standard schnauzer bred with a poodle to make it smaller. The Miniature Schnauzer is actually part of the Terrier group of dogs, and of all the Schnauzer types, it is by far the most popular, adapting very well to both rural and urban lifestyles. For those looking for a dog that will adapt well to the home, a schnauzer is very popular because it sheds very little and does not have as many odors as other dogs.
giant schnauzer they are just as their name suggests; Very large versions of schnauzers. They have been bred by Great Danes or Bouviers and can weigh between 65 and 80 pounds. They have also been used as guard dogs and also by farmers to herd cattle. In some cases, they were even used to pull freight carts, similar to a horse. They can be black and white in color or they can also be solid black.
The last two types of Schnauzer are toy schnauzer Y teacup schnauzer. They are basically the same, but they differ slightly in size and this is how they are distinguished. A toy schnauzer ranges in size from 7.5 to 10 pounds, while the teacup schnauzer is any adult schnauzer that weighs less than 7 pounds. For the smaller sizes that are considered to be teacup schnauzers, they tend to cost more money than the others as they are rarer.
Whether you’re looking for a great family dog for your city home or a dog that will be an effective guard dog for your country estate, Schnauzers are flexible and up for any task.