Breed history

The Miniature Schnauzer is the smallest of the three Schnauzer breeds. They are generally healthy, long-lived and have a double coat which is very low shedding (hypoallergenic). Add an outgoing personality, a portable size and sporty good looks and you have an ideal family dog.
Stocky, robust little dogs standing 12-14 inches, Miniature Schnnauzers were bred down from their larger cousins the Standard Schnauzer. The bushy beard and eyebrows give Minis a charming human-like expression. The hard wiry coat comes in three colours with some minor variations in tone: Pepper & salt, Black & silver & solid black. Created to be all round farm dogs and ratters, they are tough, muscular and fearless without being aggressive. The Miniature Schnauzer is abright, friendly, easily trainable companion that is small enough to adapt to apartment life but tireless enough to patrol acres of farmland. They get along well with other animals and children. Minis are sturdy little guys and enjoy vigorous play. Home and family orientated, they make great watch dogs.
* Copied from AKC website. www.akc.org