| The Standard Schnauzer is the oldest of three varieties
of Schnauzer,the others being the Miniature and
Giant. Its origins are obscure. Some say that it was a
cross between two now extinct breeds, the Beaver Dog
of the Middle Ages and a rough-coated dog, perhaps
a terrier, that was kept to dispel vermin. Others think
that it evolved from the extinct Schafer Pudel and the
Wire-haired German Pinscher. Others believe that it is
descended from drovers dogs, including the Bouvier
des Flandres to which it bears a close resemblance.
The Schnauzer is an attractive, robust, intelligent,
and playful dog that makes a good companion and
is generally good with children. It enjoys plenty of
exErcise, and its wiry coat needs a certain amount of
stripping and plucking. Pet dogs can be clipped but
this will spoil the coat for showing, so owners wishing
to exhibit are advised to discuss grooming with the
breeder at the time of purchase. |
