Selecting a miniature schnauzer involves considering the amount of grooming necessary for everyday upkeep, their guard-dog personality, which could result in barking, and their moderate size of 20 pounds or so. Research the schnauzer breeds with helpful information from an experienced dog trainer in this free video on dog breeds. Expert: Heidi Dixner Contact: www.redrovercomeover.com Bio: Heidi Dixner has been training dogs professionally since 2001 and a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers since 2003. Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge
The Growing Popularity of Miniature Dog Breeds in British Homes
There seems to be a growing trend toward miniature dog breeds in the UK. Miniature and toy breeds of dogs are a great choice for a person or family who living in a flat, apartment or small home. There are many different breeds to choose from so you can choose the one that best suited for you and your lifestyle.
Small dog breeds are great choices for people who want the loyal companionship of a pet but have limited space. They need daily exercise but don’t need a lot of area to make them happy. Small dog breeds love to be held and pampered. No matter what size dog you prefer there are hundreds of breeds to choose from.
Below you will find the description of some of the popular miniature and toy breeds that can make wonderful additions to any family no matter the lifestyle.
Maltese
The Maltese is a cute small dog with a beautiful white coat. They are one of the oldest dog breeds and are also a very hardy breed. They do need daily brushing and grooming to keep their coats healthy.
They are energetic and very playful. The Maltese makes a good companion for retirees, city dwellers and families. They are good with children and enjoy daily walks.
Lhasa Apso
The Lhasa Apso pronounced (lha-sah ap-so) is a tiny, lively and friendly companion. These charming and elegant looking dogs originated in Tibet. They are very loyal and even though they are small they believe they are the protectors of the home. They are active and enjoy daily walks and brushing.
These adorable little mites have a long dense coat that can be in a variety of colours, including; tan, cream, slate, brown and black and white. Its head is draped with long hair and has a square muzzle with dark eyes and a beard and moustache. It has a feathered tail which curves over its back.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a great little dog that is a good companion for people who live in cities and are not as lively and energetic as some of the other miniature dog breeds.
They have a very loving nature and easily adapt to any type of household. They do need grooming for their long coat and regular exercise. They are very loyal and a sociable small dog that will fit into most lifestyles.
Miniature Schnauzer
The Miniature Schnauzer is a breed of small dog that originated in Germany in the 19th century. They are highly intelligent and easy to train. They are alert and playful and have high energy. They love attention and like to be right in the middle of all family activities.
They have small square frames with long heads that have a big bushy moustaches, beards and eyebrows. Their coat is usually solid black, salt & pepper, silver and black and sometimes white in colour. They do need to have regular haircuts and need to be brushed often
Welsh Corgi
There are two breeds of Welsh Corgi and they are the Cardigan Corgi and the Pembroke Corgi. Theses are both small dogs with big hearts. They are loyal, alert, and affectionate. They make great family dogs and are good with children. They are active, playful and love to get plenty of exercise.
Both Corgis are powerful and agile and have broad heads and pointed muzzles. They have large pointed ears with slightly rounded tips. The Corgis were first introduced into the dog show ring in 1925. The Welsh Corgi breed is a healthy breed which has few disease problems. They are independent little mites and love attention.
Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu is a lively and energetic little dog. They can be low-keyed if they are getting the attention they crave. They love to be pampered and love to be held and petted. They have an air of nobility about them and can be haughty at times.
The Shih Tzu would make a good family pet. They are good with older children and adapt well into most enviourments. They make good companions for city dwellers and don’t require much exercise. They require more care than other breeds when it comes to grooming. They need daily brushing and regular haircuts to avoid tangles and matting of their hair. They shed very little dandruff and make a great companion for a person with allergies.
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Adding a pet to the household is an exciting time but one where you need to coast, exploring the pros and cons, rather than zooming full speed ahead. The decisions you make now will affect you for the next decade or longer,” cautions Chris Walkowicz, author of Choosing a Dog For Dummies. “People put more research into buying a lawn mower than choosing a dog. To be responsible, you need to examine facts, facilities and finances.” In Choosing a Dog For Dummies, Chris does much of the necessary homework for you. She presents a wealth of information, including advice from hundreds of long-time owners who care deeply about their dogs. “By hearing owners tell all (the good, the bad, and the ugly) about their breeds,” says Chris, “a prospective buyer knows up front what to expect.” Neatniks know which types shed. Allergy sufferers can sort through less sneeze-provoking groups. And couch-potatoes know who will be demanding a walk each evening.
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Question by BudderNut Cat: What are dog breeds that are least prone to cancer?
I know retrievers are really prone to it. We just lost my dog to it 1 month tomorrow. We might be getting another dog over the summer and I want to get one with a healthy medical back round. What are some breeds that stay relatively healthy.
I know that. But arn’t some dogs just more prone to it then others?
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There is no one dog or human or any animal that can be 100% healthy. Stuff just happens, notthing you can do about it.
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anyone notice she says schnauzer weird?
My Mini is 18 lbs, but on the tall size. He is a barker, though…haha.
25 pounds not way, our schnauzer lived to be 17 and weighed 15 – 17 lbs. As for barking, I didn’t get a barker only a lover.
my mini schnauzer only weighs 14max. and has never been a barker at all…i guess i got lucky cause most schnauzers i know bark alot.
Agreed, 25 lbs is much too big for a Mini. Makes you wonder how much she knows about Schnauzers when she doesn’t even know breed standards.
he is way too big for a schnauzer…
it should be 12 to 18 lbs. no more.
for a minature.
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Chris Walkowicz’s Choosing A Dog For Dummies is a simple, straightforward, easy-to-read, and dependable introduction on how to decide which pet qualities you value most and are compatible with your own particular life style; all of the practical steps to take in choosing a great dog for you; as well as all aspects of properly caring for your canine pet. Additionally, readers can find out about breed rescue, and there’s an invaluable advice about selecting a “kid-friendly” dog. If you are considering the acquisition of a canine companion for you or your family, read Chris Walkowicz’s Choosing A Dog For Dummies!
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As a cat-owner looking for a dog, I needed help. I’ve only lived with cats during my lifetime (except the dog my parents had until I was 5). This book gives information about the different breeds of dogs, about finding a breeder or rescuing an animal, plus much much more. If you are looking into finding the type of dog that will fit into your household, I highly recommend this book. My husband also found it to be full of information, and he’s been a dog-owner all of his life!
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I just finished reading this book and buying my first puppy. This was my bible. I even had folded down pages and brought the book with me when I went to pick up my puppy at the breeder. This book was great because if you go on the AKC web site, they describe dogs by the qualities I didn’t care about. They talk about fur markings, tail length, and things about being show quality. This book told me what I wanted to know about each breed like if it’s good with kids, how much it sheds, and typical behaviors you can expect. It does that for many breeds including those considered rare. All the info was here about how to find a puppy, questions to ask when interviewing breeders, what all the health certifications mean, etc. It’s told from the perspective of a person on the inside who is clearly knowledgeable about the dog world. It would be nice if more of the pictures were in color, as opposed to just the top 20 breeds, but you can’t have everything and it would cost a lot more if it did. But overall, it’s a great book for someone interested in getting a dog and wanting to know about all the different breeds.
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As the author of this book, of course, I think it’s great! Seriously, this book helps make researching a breed fun. I surveyed long-time owners and breeders of each breed, asking them to tell me the truth to avoid “mistake” purchases. This, in turn, will eliminate families with broken hearts and bewildered homeless dogs. In addition to the first time buyer, “Choosing a Dog for Dummies” also helps those looking for a second breed or someone who does breed referral or works in shelters.
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got this for my mom, who is thinking about getting a dog. she really liked it, got a lot out of it, and called me specifically to tell me how many post it notes she’d filled it up with. she hasn’t decided on or bought a dog yet, but she’s ruled several out!
ANY dog from a REPUTABLE breeder that knows every dog in their dog’s pedigree for the last 100 years, has done every breed specific genetic testing, etc…
If no dog in the dog’s lines has had cancer for the past 100 years, it’s VERY unlikely that dog will have cancer.
EDIT: As far as specific breeds go, if you’ve never heard of it before chances are it’s fairly rare, and therefor not as mass produced by idiots, puppy mills, and BYBs. Labs, german shepherds, collies, huskies, etc…. dogs that EVERYONE knows of and EVERYONE wants are a lot more prone to be targeted by the BYBs and puppy mills. Therefor, there is going to be a higher percentage of dogs in that breed with genetic defects and health problems.