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Schnauzer (Giant)

Intelligent

Easy to Train

Protective

Sociable

Description

The Giant Schnauzer has a wiry dense outercoat and a soft undercoat. It has courser longer whiskers, beard and eyebrows.

Characteristics

Lively, enthusiastic, loving and smart, the Schnauzer is a good travel dog and learns a lot, quickly.

Health Problems

This breed can be prone to cancer, hip dysplasia and epilepsy.

Exercise

The Schnauzer needs a lot of vigorous exercise.

Grooming

The undercoat needs to be brushed daily to avoid getting matted. Clip the coat twice a year. This breed sheds little to no hair.

Living Environment

This dog is not suited for apartment life and needs a lot of run-around room.

Fun Fact

'Schnauzer' comes from the German word 'Schnause' which means 'muzzle'.