Schnauzer (Standard) Breed Profile
KC Group Utility
Size Medium
Good with children? Yes
Good guard dogs? Possibly
Moulting level Low
Grooming Moderate
Exercise requirement Moderate
Jogging partner Yes
Schnauzer (Standard) Breed Profile
Schnauzer (Standard) Character
Giant, Standard, and Miniature Schnauzers all have similar personalities and they are all very intelligent, although some people believe that the black ones can be more strong-willed than the other colours — but I’ve got all different colours and they’re equally as adorable, sensible, and clever.
Schnauzer (Standard) Size
The Breed Standard stipulates height at withers: dogs: 48 cm; bitches: 45.7 cm.
Schnauzer (Standard) Health
Generally a healthy breed with few breed specific problems.
Schnauzer (Standard) Special Care
Can be stubborn - make sure you're the boss!
Remember! All breed profiles are general and every dog is an individual.