Miniature Schnauzer
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A Miniature Schnauzer puppyThe Official Standard of the Miniature Schnauzer describes temperament as "Alert and spirited, yet obedient to command. Friendly, intelligent and willing to please. They should never be overaggressive or timid." (American Kennel Club - Miniature Schnauzer: http://www.akc.org/breeds/miniature_schnauzer) As such they tend to be excellent watchdogs. They are often guarded of strangers until the owners of the home welcome the guest, upon which they are typically very friendly to them. "Miniature Schnauzers are not by nature aggressive, as are some of their Terrier cousins. They should be relatively fearless. Once mature, the Schnauzer has a strongly developed territorial instinct. He is an ideal guard dog as he defends vocally rather than physically. ... A good Schnauzer will bark at anyone who may appear a threat to his home....... Schnauzers are not random, incessant barkers. They are discriminating and intelligent guard dogs that assume this duty naturally." from the New Miniature Schnauzer, 2nd edition, pg 12, by Dan Kiedrowski, Howell Book House Publishers, 1997.
The breed is generally good with children, recognizing that they need gentle play. Miniature Schnauzers are generally highly intelligent and easy to train. They are highly playful dogs, and if not given the outlet required for their energy they can become bored and invent their own "fun".
Carolina Schnauzers
Kings Mountain, NC
Kings Mountain, NCHobby Breeder of Quality Miniature Schnauzers. We raise miniature schnauzers in a variety of colors including Black, Salt & Pepper, Black & Silver, Parti color, Liver and Liver/Tan.
(704)-739-7877
Website link: http://www.carolinaschnauzers.com
