Enigma Schnauzers
Those seeking an excellent family dog or a smart stylish show dog, need look no further than a miniature Enigma Schnauzer.
My mini's are in no way toyish or delicate. they stand 30 to 36 cm tall at the shoulders and weigh less than 8kg. Their outer coat is rough and wiry with a dense undercoat, long hair on the beard, eye brows, moustache and legs.
The unique salt and pepper colouring along with the solid black and silver pattern makes them stand out. The nonshed coat makes them acceptable anywhere. They just love the frequent grooming and clipping required to keep their coat clean and tangle free.
My little friends are by no means couch potatoes. They are highly intelligent, easily trained and always eager to please. Their loyal and loving nature makes them very adaptable to both the town and country lifestyle. They just have that EXTRA character. My dogs are excellent with children and will alert you instantly to the presence of strangers... a true friend for life.
Remember:
You don't own a miniature Schnauzer..it owns YOU!!
Schnauzer History.
The Schnauzer has its humble origins as a ratter and farm dog in the Bavarian region of Germany.
As their reputation grew they were also recruited to protect royal courts and castles.
The name Schnauzer stems from the german word 'schnauze' which means snout or muzzle and it is still one of the Schnauzers main characteristics.
There are 3 varieties of Schnauzers recognised by kennel unions all over the world.
1. Miniature
2. Standard
3. Giant
The standard Schnauzer claims the honor of being the original Schnauzer, weighing in at about 15 to 20 kilos. The miniature is slightly smaller weighing aproximately 6 to 10 kilos and the giant clocking in at 35 to 45 kilos.
Three things make a Schnauzer different from other breeds and that is attitude, attitude and attitude.
Caring for your puppy.
The miniature Schnauzer like any other dog is a big responsibility and skimping on training and guidance may develop unacceptable behaviour, resulting in family friction.
Homecoming:
Prepare yourself and your family for your puppy's arrival
and make sure your puppy has what he / she needs.
1. His / her own Food and water bowls.
2. a Bed that is soft, washable and big enough.
3. a Crate. this makes housetraining easier and provides a safe haven / den
for your puppy. Remember it only looks like a cage to YOU and not to your
puppy.
4. Toys, great fun for your pup to play with but don't overwhelm your pup with
too many toys, especialy in the first few days.
5. ID tag and collar.
puppies need to relieve themselves after play periods, meals and sleeping and any other time he / she indicates that they are looking for a place. Up to about 14 weeks a puppy will need to go about 10 times a day which tapers down to about 4 times in adulthood.
Take your puppy out often. Every hour for an eight week old pup and immediately after sleeping and eating.
