Does anyone have a schnauzer or know someone with one? I am doing research b/c I want one and think it will blend great in my family...

I have a poodle/schnauzer cross. So does Zombiekitten.

He's a rescue, but even getting him at around 2 years old...he is not yappy, he loves kids and other animals and he wouldn't hurt a flea. And he doesn't shed, so that's wicked.

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In my early teens we had a Giant Schnauzer ~ GREAT dog ...very smart ~ VERY smart! well behaved and loved everyone

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(from Wiki):

The Giant Schnauzer is a great dog if one is looking for a playful yet guarding protector. For those who like the large dogs, the size of the Giant can be very discouraging for any would-be offender, but it is not necessarily a Gentle Giant as say the Great Dane. Some tend to have a herding instinct at a young age so it is best to teach puppies or younger dogs to not nip or mouth at all. In many cases it has led to the dog going straight back to the breeder or worse, a shelter. Some Giants can be dog aggressive, but that is common with all Schnauzers. Poorly socialized dogs will have themselves a problem of a large dog unwelcoming of house guests and showing aggression towards other dogs. Some have even shown aggression to just female sexes.

This is a working breed and such requires some amount of exercise or troubling behaviors may occur to relinquish that bored state they may have. A good jog or a let loose in a park with other dogs and maybe a water source will give the owner a well-mannered and tired friend coming home. They are a water breed, which means unless the owner wants to give a bath after their dog has been soaking in a well filled ditch or pond, proper training will be needed or Giants will jump head first into any body of water to swim and even drink. They are not a breed that will take off the moment one lets them off the leash. Some will even turn back mid-stride to make sure their owner is near and may even turn back if too far away. This is not to say to let a dog off in an open park as there are of course risks, especially with leash laws, but they are a distinguishing breed than most that would take off and not look back. Using caution will minimize the risk.

The Giant has received four stars out of five on protection. They will let their owner know a car or even footsteps approaching the house far before a human would identify. They have a sort of howling bark that makes them sound larger than life to said-offenders and that in itself will probably do the trick. If not, one will have a dog that upon the slightest hint of an attack will launch itself in soaring fashion at the offender. Due to their terrier heritage they will shake whatever part of the body they latch onto which no doubt will cause the intruder who was looking for an easy will pick to leave limping. However, such a protective nature may lead to people aggression if not properly socialized. This is not a dog to stick in the backyard and leave it at that. Acquaintances, friends and even family members can find themselves on the wrong end of the Giant's massive mouth which will lead to much bigger legal problems if blood is drawn. Proper training and socialization will have this particular breed at one's side as a well-mannered companion.

The Giant Schnauzer is a powerful breed that demands a steady, yet very gentle hand and with proper leadership, this large breed can not only be a couch companion and jogging partner, but a loyal and a not too overprotective friend that will take a bullet for its owner.

Mach said:

In my early teens we had a Giant Schnauzer ~ GREAT dog ...very smart ~ VERY smart! well behaved and loved everyone

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that doesn't look like you atall!

BlackAdder7 said:

Mach said:

In my early teens we had a Giant Schnauzer ~ GREAT dog ...very smart ~ VERY smart! well behaved and loved everyone

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that doesn't look like you atall!

It's NOT

Mach said:

In my early teens we had a Giant Schnauzer ~ GREAT dog ...very smart ~ VERY smart! well behaved and loved everyone

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WOW!! I didn't know they made 'em that big!!!

My dad has a schnauzer. She's sweet

She lays in my lap for hours. No shedding.

JustErin said:

I have a poodle/schnauzer cross. So does Zombiekitten.

He's a rescue, but even getting him at around 2 years old...he is not yappy, he loves kids and other animals and he wouldn't hurt a flea. And he doesn't shed, so that's wicked.

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OMG he is so cute..............i love his eyes

I have a silky x tsitsu.... she is part of our family, i don't care that she sheds.

JustErin said:

I have a poodle/schnauzer cross. So does Zombiekitten.

He's a rescue, but even getting him at around 2 years old...he is not yappy, he loves kids and other animals and he wouldn't hurt a flea. And he doesn't shed, so that's wicked.

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gosh he is cute!!!!!! I wish my schnoodle could play with your schnoodle

Excuse old puppy photo! He is 2.5 years old now. (No new photos - he looks a mess right now, I let his coat grow long for the winter and he is a bit stringy.)

Mine is mini shnauzer x toy poodle, so he is about the size of an average adult cat.

He loves to sleep on my lap when I watch tv and is great company, a real indoor dog, but he also loves to rough and tumble with my 3 boys. Doesn't shed and loves to be bathed!!!

thanks guys! Yall pets are adorable and made me want one even more...I put a deposit on one CKC and have the option to register AKC... She is adorable and now I must find a name for her... any suggestions?

Angelic1302 said:

thanks guys! Yall pets are adorable and made me want one even more...I put a deposit on one CKC and have the option to register AKC... She is adorable and now I must find a name for her... any suggestions?

If your buying CKC from Canada, stay faaaaaaaaaaaaaar away from any breeders in Quebec. It's puppymill central.

I made sure her line wasn't puppy milled - poor puppies! No, I live in the USA all the way in Louisiana. I met the parents, grandparents and great grandparents -it was from the dame and sire's first litter.