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Information Before Buying Standard Schnauzer Puppies California

By Betty Stewart


At this point in time you have landed on this article since you are currently looking for a new pet or even a replacement one to keep you company. A few people that you know and trust have recently suggested that you get a schnauzer. This seems to be a great idea and you are ready to get a puppy from the nearest standard schnauzer puppies California breeder. Before you do embark on your goal, it might be a good idea to read on in this article first.

The standard schnauzer is one which is the ancestor of both the miniature schnauzer and giant schnauzer today. It is a working class dog and was bred for farm work and duties during the 14th and 15th centuries. Sometimes it is classified as a terrier in most dog registers when it should be classified and tagged as a working class dog. Its name is roughly translated as snout, and facial fur features a great handlebar mustache. Some say it reminds them of Kaiser Wilhelm II.

In terms of pricing, the price for this breed is not unreachable and will cost anywhere from four hundred dollars to one thousand and five hundred dollars per puppy. As a general rule as with any other dog, the females cost more than the males. If you are willing to get older dogs of around two years or more, they generally will be cheaper ranging from seventy five dollars to four hundred dollars.

The schnauzer can also be considered as one of the more intelligent dog breeds in the world today. Currently it ranks number twelve out of one hundred and eighty dog breeds tested for intelligence. It is a joy to train as it learns things very quickly. Should it finally be trained, it may find the rote activities quite boring over time and may look at you incredulously as if you were the one who was stupid.

This dog is no couch potato and will require its fair share of exercise. It goes without saying that it may be needed that you be an active owner as well. It likes to play with people and also with other dogs and will join any activity with enthusiasm. This dog is one which enjoys outdoor activities, particularly long walks and the occasional romp and play.

Upon adulthood, this breed can reach anywhere from thirty five to forty five pounds in weight. On average the lifespan can be anywhere from thirteen to fifteen years. It has quite a robust health throughout its natural life, but do keep a lookout for minor complications to its eyes and hips. Its diet is fairly easy to maintain with any high quality commercial dog food.

This dog sheds very little fur but care must be taken in terms of grooming. This breed has two coats of fur being a wiry upper coat and a softer undercoat. Care should be taken as not to trim the outer coat too much as it will lose its resistance to dust and debris. It is recommended that old and dead hair be pulled carefully out by hand rather than cut. To make it look neat and tidy, at least two three regular brushings of at least thirty minutes per week is required.

This article has given some general information regarding this breed. As it takes a lot of commitment and responsibility to be a dog owner, always make sure you have the pertinent information needed and researched.




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