It’s a safe bet that all dog lovers would agree that the miniature schnauzer is one of the cutest dogs of all time. It is also one of the most widely recognized dogs thanks to the movie “Lady and the Tramp.” With its floppy ears, shaggy legs and face, and sweet nature, this dog is one that is easy to love and great to own.

The miniature schnauzer size is relatively small. It originated in Germany around the 19th century and is a cross between the standard schnauzer and a smaller dog like a poodle or affen pinscher. They are usually 12 to 14 inches tall and weigh anywhere between 11 to 18 pounds. The miniature schnauzer size can be deceiving as they have extremely bushy faces and legs which can make them appear larger than they are. They are not known to shed much and come in a variety of colors.

The miniature schnauzer size makes it a great family dog. They have a hyper and energetic spirit, but are easy to train and obedient to their owner\’s commands once they have been trained. They are very loyal dogs which make them good watchdogs. They will often be guarded against strangers until they see their owners opening up to them at which point they will do the same. They will also bark to notify their owner of possible danger, and although their bark is used to notify their owner of someone they don\’t know, it can also be used to greet people and in play. These dogs do bark quite often, but not without reason.

The miniature schnauzer is a very playful dog who needs lots of time to run around and exhaust themselves. Without the proper amount of play time, they have been known to invent their own form of “play” which can include chewing things up and getting into places they shouldn\’t. The miniature schnauzer size makes it easy for them to get under fences and barriers so make sure that before you let them outside to play, your yard is well fenced in so they cannot escape. Also, make sure that their play area is free of small rodents and birds if at all possible as the miniature schnauzer has an instinct about them to attack prey. They will attack cats too if they have not been raised with them. Despite this, they are great with children knowing that children need to be played with more gently. They are great family dogs.