Breed: Schnauzer Health Problems, Lifespan, Temperament & Maintenance
Suggested tests: Hip Avg Size of Male: Height: 18.5-19.5 inches, Weight: 40-45 pounds Occasionally seen: None Avg Size of Female: Height: 17.5-18.5 inches, Weight: 35-40 pounds Life span: 12 – 14 years Major concerns: None Minor concerns: CHD, follicular dermatitis Brief History on Standard Schnauzer Origin Stories suggest that the Schnauzer is a blend of both hunting and working terriers. It was a cross with wirehaired pinschers, black German poodles and gray wolf spitz. The result of crossing them was … Read more