Beware of the Miniature Schnauzer!

Big Dog | April 11th, 2010

Miniature Schnauzers are known to be alert and spirited, yet this breed is very obedient to its owner’s commands. A Miniature Schnauzer is a very friendly pet, intelligent and willing to please. They are usually easy to train and can be very excellent watchdogs with good territorial instinct, but they are more inclined toward vocal notification than attack. Miniature Schnauzer, just like any other breeds, needs to be properly trained and socialized to maintain its neutral temperament and avoid developing any aggressive behavior.

Although the Miniature Schnauzer is not aggressive and is very timid, whatever dog you have, you still need to take precautions. Most of the time, even the most timid breed or pet can turn into an aggressive and brave dog at the sight of a stranger, that is why it is recommended for dog owners to obtain a warning sign that can be hung outside their gates or within their yard where visitors can easily see it. A Miniature Schnauzer Aluminum Guard Dog Sign can be best used for these purposes. It is made with aluminum and with a white sign blank with black graphics. This should warn your visitors that you have a pet at home, and that they should not do anything to provoke it from becoming wild.

How to potty train a Miniature Schnauzer?

Big Dog | March 8th, 2010

Potty training a Miniature Schnauzer can take a long time and cause a lot of pain for both dog and owner if not done correctly. Sharda Baker’s ebook and audio package, ‘The Complete 7 Day Dog Potty Training Guide‘ teaches you how to potty train any dog in just seven days. Baker’s comprehensive approach is based on her real life experience and also deals with adult dogs, rescue shelter dogs, which other similar products tend to miss.

  • Effective and ineffective training methods compared
  • The best time to start training
  • List of best equipment and supplies
  • How to clean soiled areas in no time
  • Training older dogs
  • Handle common potty training problems
  • Potty train a new puppy
  • How to use potty pads
  • Crate training
  • How to train dogs from rescue shelters
  • What to do about marking
  • Litter box training
  • Effective paper training
  • Leaving your dog home alone.

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What are the best ways for caring for the Miniature Schnauzer?

Big Dog | January 25th, 2010

Miniature Schnauzers are very pretty and handsome dogs when they have been properly groomed. If the standard is followed, you will have “Little Generals” with their mustaches trotting around the house. But grooming is just one of the many important aspects of total dog care. The people factor is important. One cannot keep a Schnauzer locked in a cage for the whole day. These dogs need to play and run around with people as it is their nature.

They are a very good choice for children but must be taught to discriminate what is rough play from actual intent to harm them for they can be suspicious. Another factor knows about the breed’s health. This breed is prone to eye infections as well as the tendency to develop diabetes and bladder stones. Don’t just get the dog without knowing this. Prevention is always better than the cure. These are only two of several good practices of taking care of the Miniature Schnauzer. Always take people, place and the dog’s health into account when speaking of the total care of the canine.

How to buy a European Miniature Schnauzer?

Big Dog | December 21st, 2009

mini schnauzerHaving a Miniature Schnauzer is just like having a child in the house. They love to be involved in family events and occasions and would feel bad if they are ever left out. They are an intelligent breed and make a great watchdog for they do not bark without reason and are fearless. Physically they have squarish bodies with long head with the distinctive bushy moustache and eyebrows and come in solid black, salt and pepper or silver and black. If one desires to have a Miniature Schnauzer s dog as a companion, then take effort in getting to know more about the breed by first studying the breed standard. As a strict guideline, the standard points out what a quality breed should have and points out what flaws can be observed if it’s a non-purebred. After getting more information, it’s time to visit the kennels… but one should take note of the following: Read the rest of this entry »

Miniature Schnauzer Puppy Photo

Big Dog | December 5th, 2009

Mniature Schnauzer Ppuppy Photo

This cute Miniature Schnauzer pup is ready for a jump. What a position to take!

Miniature Schnauzer Puppy

Big Dog | November 24th, 2009

Miniature Schnauzer Puppy

A tiny Miniature Schnauzer  puppy ready to jump! He will make a perfect watchdog when he grows up.

How do you shave a miniature schnauzer?

Ann | November 20th, 2009

Miniature Schnauzers have a very distinctive look with their mustache and beard appearance. But having this dog’s coat trimmed and styled is going to cost more than a pretty penny. One way to avoid the outrageous cost of professional groomers, here is a snapshot of how one can do it at home.

For starters one needs dog trimmers, scissors, a blanket for the floor, shampoo, dog brush and anti-itch spray.  Trimming, depending on desired thickness, can begin on the torso by mowing the hair opposite its growth direction and not change after it’s begun. Next is shaving from the neck to the head and cutting the hair covering the eyes and ears. Styling of the mustache and beard follows depending on the length desired. Scissors should also be used for the legs, chest and skirt. Bathing in warm water and shampoo is next, towel or blow dry on low. Apply anti-itch spray to protect sensitive skin.  Sit back and enjoy the new look!

Save money on vet bills! Do the basic health check yourself.

How to know if a Miniature Schnauzer is pregnant

Ann | November 9th, 2009

Physically, one can tell that a dog is pregnant by feeling the belly if there is a lump indicating that life may be growing inside. There may also be some changes in their behavior such as acting motherly and having a sock or cloth as a surrogate baby and protects it when anyone comes near.

Miniature Schnauzer

Their nipples can also be swollen and milk would start to drip as delivery time comes close. If pregnancy is suspected then by all means have the dog checked by a veterinarian who can do the blood and hormone test associated with being pregnant. Owners can help monitor when the litter would be due by taking the rectal temperature twice a day.

The average temperature is approximately 100.5 to 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit and around 24 hours before going into labor, a 2 degree drop will occur. First litters are usually smaller but veterinarians may opt for a c-section if they see any complications.

Avoid unnecessary vet bills! Do your dog’s basic health check!

Miniature Schnauzer Training

Big Dog | March 12th, 2009

Dogs have become such an important part of our society, that the need for them to fit in well with other human beings and not pose a threat or a disturbance is critical to their long term acceptance by our neighbors and others around us. Not all people are dog lovers and to make sure that they’re not inconvenienced by our pets, training is essential.

Also, dog training is an integral part of a working dog’s life for them to be able to assist humans in activities like hunting and police work. Training dogs is a specialized skill since the key difficulty lies in how to communicate efficiently with them.

All training of dogs is a repetition of the basic principle of reward and punishment in various forms and combinations. Communication of these signals is the key to proper training. One very important thing to remember is consistency of signals. The reliability of the training depends on how well a dog is able to be sure of what your signals mean.

It must also be mentioned that different dog breeds take to training differently. Dogs like the iconic German Shepherd are very easily trained due to their high intelligence. Another important factor is the emotional state of the dog. A dog that is frightened, anxious, or insecure doesn’t train well and this reflects the importance of factors like proper socialization of puppies.

A lot of studies have shown that proper puppy socialization goes a long way towards ensuring a good temperament and receptivity towards training. Lots of handling, petting and generally being around humans in their everyday life goes a long way towards making a dog well behaved and easy to train.

Training Miniature Schnauzer puppies should not begin too early however, as there is evidence to show that before a certain age, the brains of puppies are not significantly developed enough to process complex learning.

Professional dog trainers are best when it comes to training your Miniature Schnauzer as they will ensure that the proper habits are set for life, including how to behave around strangers. For the safety of your Miniature Schnauzer, it is your duty as an owner to ensure that he or she is well trained.

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  • curb your dog’s aggressiveness
  • make your dog understand what is right and wrong
  • house train your dog
  • stop your dog racing in the house
  • deal with a dominant dog
  • overcome separation anxiety
  • stop your dog jumping on people
  • apply the cutting edge Dog Whispering technique
  • deal with more than one dog in the house
  • stop the family cat being harrassed.

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Mini Schnauzer Puppy

D Dog Fan | April 11th, 2008

This little guy is only a few weeks old, but he is already showing how handsome he will be!! Love his color!

Miniature Schnauzer Puppy