Standard Schnauzer
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Key facts
| FCI group | 2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Category | Medium |
| Height at withers | 45–50 cm |
| Weight | 14–20 kg |
| Life span | 12–14 years |
Recognition features
- Wiry salt-and-pepper or black coat
- Prominent moustache and bushy brows
- Square medium-sized build
Purpose
The original German farm dog that guarded the yard and killed rats; the foundation of the other schnauzers.
History
A German farm dog exhibited in the 19th century as the ´Wire-haired Pinscher´. The name Schnauzer appears from 1879.
Coat
Hard wiry coat with dense undercoat; salt-and-pepper or black.
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