Mini Schnauzers: 5 Tips You NEED to Know Before Getting One

Are you thinking about bringing a Miniature Schnauzer puppy home? There are some important things you should know before welcoming one into your home. In this informative video, I'll give you the 101 on Mini Schnauzer dogs, sharing the top 5 ESSENTIAL tips for potential Mini Schnauzer owners.  Whether you want to adopt/rescue an adult Schnauzer or bring home a new puppy, these tips will help you out!

I share my own experiences as an owner of two different Mini Schnauzers in my life. So this isn't random advice from someone who has never owned one!

Scotty is a young Black and Silver Mini Schnauzer and rejected show dog. He's funny, goofy, and irresistibly cute!

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[scottythegreat]

You never need an alarm clock. Your Schnauzer will be that alarm clock.

[logic]

They are trainable . . . on their own own terms . Mine got me trained very well.

[margaretbowen]

Schnauzers are the BEST!!!! I know, have had 6 and counting. 🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕

[EurekaSteyn]

We just love our Schnauzer my husband and I are both in our 80ts and still healthy ...our Oliver is 5jrs old and our first Schnauzer and we hope to grow old together❤🐾🐾.through our life we had Bullterriers an now live in a retirement village within the an estate, and we are allowed to have pets..and here is so many Schnauzers and many other types of small dogs...Oliver is very sociable walk him twice a day ...I found that you have to be very firm in discipline but loving ❤ then you will have the most wonderful dog ....they are one of the most intelligent dog breeds... never shout at them they have small "heart "...their anxiety will easy as they socialize with other breeds and small children...I groom Oliver myself..just could not get myself to leave him at a doggy groomer but that is just me❣️Good lucky wiith lovely Schnauzer 🐾❤

[sandyhossman]

I totally agree, i have had 8 miniature schnauzers and also 1 standard schnauzer. They know how to manipulate with those eyes. I love all of my schnauzers starting at age 4 and now I am 64 and i just can't be without my schnauzers.

[cindymichaud]

Well Done! My tip, reviewing commands and obedience needs to have regular practice. Frequency depends on your Schnauzer. Every day reinforcement is best. Scotty is a star! Have a blessed day. 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖✝

[Schnaucer]

They are your best companion! Everything in this video is true. I would add to keep any trash can containing food scraps, packaging, etc. up and elevated or locked away. They love to knock over kitchen garbage cans and forage, which can lead to pancreatitis and severe illness.

[nancynjones]

Schnauzer's are actually very smart. They rank 12th in terms of intelligence among 138 qualifying breeds. They were measured upon a specific type of intelligence called "obedience and working intelligence." They were evaluated on how quickly they learned a new command and how well they retain their obedience training. Teach them something with 15 repetitions. Doing this 2x/day and it won't take long for your Schnauzer to learn new things. They are very good problem solvers. That's what made my oldest (3.5 yrs old) a master escape artist. If your Schnauzer wolf's their food down get slow feeders for them. The larger size Kong is excellent. There are other slow feeders too. I have a cool one that you fill a cylinder and they roll it on the floor and the food comes out of a hole. It's now their favorite. Another one they like is a ball that rolls around on the floor. It gives them sometthing to do and helps with the wolfing food down. If they don't pay any attention to them don't think they are going to starve and put their bowl back down. When they get hungry enough they will get curious and figure it out. That is what they do best is figure the problem out. I don't get the flat bowls that have smaller compartments in it. I feel they can still eat pretty fast with them. The video is spot on.

[TheDianeBrewer]

You could never talk me out of a schnauzer lol ❤ my favorite breed!

[nickh]

Aways best to know what you’re getting into with an animal. Many are easy, many are tough, most require more than many think. If you’re up to the task then the toughest of breeds can be amazing pets. If you aren’t, then that’s ok. Acknowledge it and find one that you can. Maybe you’ll work your way up to them, or maybe you’ll find a breed you never knew you could love so much! As long as you can provide the needs for the pup then you’ll have a happy and healthy companion!

[TheDianeBrewer]

I’m on my fourth schnauzer. I think my current baby is high energy. The other 3 were pretty regular. Definitely stubborn but nothing that cuteness doesn’t overcome any issues ❤️❤️❤️

[keirenle]

I did a bit of research before getting one. Personally I would preferred larger dogs but my schnauzer is one of the best breeds for my living arrangement. My dog is indeed intelligent, sensitive so training is easy. I walk my dog twice a day, before and after work. Training at every meal time. She has never touched stuffs that not belong to her. She does not have separation anxiety as long as you give her opportunities to do her bussiness outside she won't be an issue with house training either. Food allergies and grooming will cost you so be prepared. Although I still referred the boxer like looks I am glad I have her. She is way easier to care for than the poodle mix btw.

[jmplastics]

My mini Schnauzer was crazy when she was at 4 month old. Luckily, I found Petco puppy play date at that time. It helped socialize her tremendously at 6 -8 old months, which also taught me a lot about dog training and dog interaction by just watching the socialization session every weekend. I had to take her to her dog park every day for 2-3 hours to wear her out. She had her best friends at the dog park and it was so much fun to see her smile and have fun nicely with other dogs. She stopped playing too rough and become the best dog (except for barking for all kind of reasons) because of all those puppy play dates and the dog park play. She just started to calm down with her energy after she is 4 years old.

[beckyoak]

You nailed it¡! You've just described our 8mth old Luna to a T. Lovely video.

[Kaelean_offical]

My mini schnauzer is a sweetheart I love her so much! When we first brought her home she gave us a really good time and was very kept to herself but was still nudging different toys we gave her. She was really an angel and worked perfect into my life! I loved to bike and attaching a leash to it gave us a goth pure joy. She was like my personal shadow and yes she is definitely my alarm clock! A interactive one to! I trained her a couple tricks as soon as we got her! Love her so much get one they are awesome,

[patrickhollis]

Had one for 15 years and lost him in 2015 and said I’d never do it again it again and just got another one few weeks ago forgot how much puppies chew but Yea they are different and are like toddlers with fur

[JohnandBettySouthworth]

My Walter is a great companion. My buddy. Everything youvsaid is true. Thank you!

[Bburgerpuff]

I have to miniature schnauzers. They are so sweet and good with kids.

[debbiesanderson]

I gir a mini schauzer now 1 1/2 year Archie is a joy very affectionate, playful, smart, learns quick, likes his 3 walks a day. I brush him everyday brush his teeth every 2nd day. He sleeps good all night 2 naps during day as I have him running alot when we go out daily. His only flaw is picky eater I make him boiled chicken and 1 egg scrambled he loves that bur eats when he in mood .drinks good. But I love him and take care of him like my 2nd child lol

[KSMusic]

Great video🎉 My mini schnauzer is 7 months old and he is the most rowdy thing. We love his personality and he definitely is a good alarm clock. 😂