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∙ 15y agoStandard schnauzers were bred to catch rats and as guard dogs. Later, they were used to carry messages in times of war, helped the Red Cross and were used as police dogs.
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∙ 14y agoAbsolutely! My best friend has 2 schnauzers and they will rub against you just like cats. There great family pets.
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∙ 13y agoYes, standard schnauzers are indeed German. Standard schnauzers were originally bred to remove rats from mines and warehouses.
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What are schnauzers and where do they come from?
Schnauzers came from Germany, it first started with the standard schnauzer in the beginning of the 1800's breeding it with bigger dogs and smaller dogs which is what you see today. Their are 3 types of schnauzers the Giant Schnauzer, The Standard Schnauzer, and the Miniature Schnauzer. The 3 didn't get classified as different breed until about 60 years later.
Where did the Schnauzer dog first originate?
The Miniature Schnauzer originated in the mid-to-late 19th century in Germany. This breed was the result of crossing between the Standard Schnauzer and one or more smaller breeds like Affenpinscher and Poodle.
When was the first recorded appearance of a miniature Schnauzer?
The earliest recorded Miniature Schnauzers were in Germany in the mid to late 1900s, resulting from the cross-breeding of the standard Schnauzer and the poodle.
What breeds started the standard schnauzer?
The Standard Schnauzer was developed by using the black German Poodle and the grey Wolf Spitz. Wirehaired Pinscher stock was also used.
What is a Schnauzer classified as?
The Miniature Schnauzer is classified as a terrier while as the Standard Schnauzer and the Giant Schnauzer are classified as working dogs.
Are miniature schnauzer the same as standard schnauzer?
No, there are 3 types of schnauzers. Miniature, Standard, and Giant. They all vary in size.
Is apple okay for a standard schnauzer?
NO
How do you spell schnauzer?
The dog breed is a German Shepherd, or Alsatian.
Did the Miniature Schnauzer originated from Germany?
Yes it did
Where do Jack Russell terrier origanly from?
England. All terriers exept the Schnauzer are from England. The Schnauzer is from Germany.
What are the ratings and certificates for Schnauzer - 1984?
Schnauzer - 1984 is rated/received certificates of: East Germany:(Banned)
Can you breed a miniature schnauzer with a giant schnauzer And of so what would the schnauzer be considered?
You could try to breed a giant with a mini but it probably depends on their first impression and if the miniature is intimidated by the giant. Also, prob depends on the gender, and which is which.
