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Mittelschnauzer dog breed - photos and description
Photos of the breed
Main characteristics of the breed
| Care: | Need daily care |
| Size: | Medium |
| Molt: | Sheds very little or almost no shedding |
| Need for activity: | Need a moderate amount of exercise |
| Domination: | Moderate |
| Tolerance of loneliness: | Moderately addicted |
| Type of wool: | Shorthaired, Wirehaired |
| Temperament: | Choleric |
| Friendly to strangers: | Restrained |
| Intellect: | Adaptive intelligence |
| Learnability: | A bit difficult to learn |
| Specialization: | Companions, Sled dogs, Watch dogs, Hunting |
| Tendency to bark: | Bark only for warning, not for long |
The Mittelschnauzer breed is a small but strong dog that was bred to hunt small animals and birds. They have a compact build and short coat, making them ideal for living in an apartment or house.
Standard Schnauzers are known for their devotion and loyalty to their owner, they are very intelligent and easily trained. They are also very active and love to play, so they need regular exercise and exercise.
This breed can be a bit noisy, especially when they are playing or expressing their emotions. However, due to their energy and love of activity, they can be excellent companions for active people.