Schnauzers are terriers whose ancestors include poodles and German wire-haired Dobermans. Its name comes from the German "Schnauze", which means "bearded". It is also known as the Schnauze dog, the Schnauze dog, and the Schnauze dog. According to body size, it can be divided into three varieties: giant, standard and mini. The lifespan of a Schnauzer is 13 to 16 years. The Schnauzer is originally from Germany and was bred by crossing the German Schnauzer and the Great Dane.

Schnauzers, as depicted in paintings from the 15th to 16th centuries, were popular family dogs at that time, and could also be used as livestock guard dogs or night police dogs. Before World War I, those responsible for guarding and carrying crops in the German market were almost all Schnauzers. During World War I, they were also used as messenger dogs and rescue dogs.

Morphological characteristics

Head

Sturdy, square in shape, eyes of medium size, oval, dark color.

Ears

High set, well developed, of medium thickness. If ears are cropped, they should be erect, V-shaped, folded forward, with the inner edge close to the cheek.

Eyes

Medium size, dark brown, oval, and directed forward.

The nose is large, black and plump, with a double coat. The muzzle is strong, parallel to the skull, and consistent in length. The muzzle ends in a blunt wedge shape with exaggerated bristles and whiskers. The entire head has a rectangular appearance. A complete set of white teeth with a strong and perfect scissors bite. The neck is strong, of medium thickness and length, in an elegant arc, integrating into the shoulders. The back is strong and sturdy. The chest is of moderate width and the ribs are well sprung, and if viewed in cross-section, should appear to be proovary. The thighs are thick and the stifles are well angled. The second section of the thigh, from the knee to the hock, is parallel to the extended line of the neck. The feet are round and short, with black claws, a high base of the tail, and close toes, slightly arched (cat feet) with the toes pointed straight forward.

Coat color

Pure black, black silver, salt and pepper.

Life habits

The Standard Schnauzer has a very high IQ, is full of wisdom, has excellent judgment, and is very energetic. Willing to be trained, brave, and highly tolerant and resistant to weather and disease. It is gregarious in nature, alert in expression, very heroic and extremely loyal. They are gentle companion dogs that usually get along well with children.

Schnauzers are a very unique breed. They can be as calm and elegant as a poodle, but also have endless energy like a large dog. The Schnauzer is very friendly to all familiar people, but when it encounters unreasonable provocation from the other party, it will bravely fight back at all costs. Although its body may be smaller than the other party, it will not show weakness or weakness. Cowering attitude.

The advantage of the Schnauzer is that it does not shed hair and is relatively smart. The disadvantage is that it is relatively active, and its hair needs to be trimmed regularly. Pay special attention to the fact that the hair around the mouth is easy to get dirty. The ears need to be cleaned frequently because there are a lot of ear hairs. If not cleaned, ear mites or inflammation may occur.

Reproduction method

Feeding methods

Schnauzers have high requirements for food, mainly high-protein, high-fat, easy-to-digest food, fed in the morning and evening Once, and ensure a sufficient supply of clean drinking water, which is even more important in summer, otherwise it is easy to suffer from heat stroke. During the daily feeding process, you should always pay attention to the Schnauzer dog's mental state, behavior, appetite, the shape of the stool, the dryness and humidity of the nose pads and the coolness and heat of the nose pads, and keep abreast of the dog's health status. If any abnormality or disease is found, If there are signs of illness, treatment measures should be taken as early as possible. Yellowing of the Schnauzer's beard may be caused by frequent drooling, incorrect drinking habits, and frequent consumption of moist food. In order to prevent the beard from turning yellow, it is recommended to use a drinking fountain to feed water and try to eat dry dog ​​food. In the Schnauzer's food, there should be 250~350 g of meat. The meat should be cooked and chopped first, add an appropriate amount of water, and mix well with dog food before feeding. Feeding should be done at a fixed time and at a fixed point, and should be completed within 15 to 25 minutes. If you fail to finish eating within the stipulated time, the food must be taken away and cleaned.

Styling and Beauty

Standard shape

The most common shape of the Schnauzer, the standard shape that everyone is familiar with is usually very simple. It just shaves off the hair on the back, leaving the limbs and skirts, and only the white eyebrows and beard are left on the head. The short-haired parts should be cut as short as possible to form a strong contrast with the long-haired parts, exuding a sense of fashion while being refreshing. Keeping the hair length on the abdomen and limbs makes it look like wearing a small dress, highlighting its pretty appearance. It is an elegant lady in grand occasions, and chic in outdoor activities.

Lady or Teddy style

Some parents may mix and match the styles of Schnauzers at home because they also like other dog breeds, such as mixing Schnauzer hair Rolling and perming creates a look similar to that of a lady or a teddy. Although it does not lose interest, it always deviates from the Schnauzer's own skeleton style. The half-soft and half-rigid style may be liked by a few people.

Baby fat look

This type of look preserves the hair on all parts of the Schnauzer's body as much as possible to create a unique fluffy feel. This type of shape is suitable for Schnauzers whose ears hang completely over the cheeks. The hair on the top of the head is rounded, and the ear hair hangs down naturally, similar to the shape of a Bichon Frize. The disadvantage is that it is difficult to take care of in hot summer, which will make the Schnauzer lose weight. Dogs aggravate physical discomfort.

Punk style

This type of style mainly focuses on matching hair accessories and clothes, matching denim clothes and shoes, or combing the schnauzer in exaggerated and alternative braids. etc. to create a lively, weird and perverse European and American punk street style.

Refreshing and neat look

Shave the Schnauzer’s body hair short and the hair on the mouth into a round shape. It will look fresh and neat, and the hair will not get tangled easily. After bathing It is also easier to dry. In addition, shave the hair on its tail and shorten the hair on its four legs to facilitate cleanliness. The Schnauzer is a terrier type dog, and its shape is rigid and natural, especially to highlight the lines of the head and back, so these two parts must be cut with four electric clippers of different lengths to create features. The lateral lines on both sides of the body also need to be trimmed with scissors to make the lateral lines look more natural. In addition, the limbs need to be cut into a proportional cylindrical shape, and the head, eyebrows and beard need to pay attention to the lines and length. This short-haired style is very suitable for pet owners who like to dress up. You can wear it in different types of clothing for different occasions, and it is very adaptable. Since its hair is cut very short, it can be trimmed every 3 months.

Cute Panda Style

This style is suitable for Schnauzers with a light salt and pepper color. The beard and eyebrows are light gray, but there is a circle of fine black eyelashes around the eyes, which can be Shave all the hair around the eyes and trim them to create panda eyes. This look can make the big eyes look more cute and interesting.

Pony suit shape

This shape is also a shape that is familiar and loved by the public. Some people also call it the little donkey shape. The shape of the Schnauzer dog is usually the abdomen. The hair is long and looks like a skirt, while the face has a beard. The back must be shaved for this look, otherwise the hair will be too long and it will look messy. Therefore, the hair on its chin was cut into a V shape, the eyebrows were cut diagonally into a pointed shape, and the hair on the shoulders was cut along the hair flow, making it look like it was wearing a skirt. Since this style retains the hair on its face, belly and four legs and has a certain length, it is recommended to comb it once a day and trim it once a month to maintain the length. You can also leave a sideburn on your back.

The arrogant aristocratic style

Suitable for Schnauzers with thick hair. After trimming the ears, carefully trim the eyebrows around the eyes. The rest of the hair does not need to be trimmed. The hair on the lower jaw and chest will be It complements the earrings perfectly, giving people a proud and aristocratic style.

Alaska style

This style is suitable for black Schnauzers, but the hair on the beard and legs must be pure white, and other parts cannot be variegated, and the owner needs to groom it frequently. It is a style that requires more patience and care.