Although not particularly known for special purposes (eg Huskies, Golden Retrievers, German Shephards) schnauzers can make great pets. I personally have 2 of them, and they are a joy to own. They do not shed, like some breeds, come in 3 sizes, are (at least in my experience) relatively friendly and have great personalities
Schnauzer is German. The definition of "Schnauzer" is 'small moustache'.
because in german schnauzer or schnauz is mustache
The Miniature Schnauzer is classified as a terrier while as the Standard Schnauzer and the Giant Schnauzer are classified as working dogs.
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A king schnauzer
A chocolate colored schnauzer is not part of the breed. All "liver" schnauzer are actually Mutts.
The dog breed is a German Shepherd, or Alsatian.
Schnauzer pit bull or Dobermanns obviously
A Giant Schnauzer
Schnauzers and Pinschers are very closely related but a Schnauzer is not a Pinscher.
It's just one of the conditions a schnauzer has. All of them I've known has had 'em.