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Information Before Buying Standard Schnauzer Puppies California

By Betty Stewart


There is a good possibility that you are on this article right now because you are in the market for a new pet or companion. Your colleagues have recommended a schnauzer for you. If you are intent on following their recommendation and thinking of going to the nearest standard schnauzer puppies California breeder, then do read this article first. Finish this article to the end so that you will have a general idea about this breed.

This breed, the standard schnauzer, is the original schnauzer stock and is the origin of two modern breeds today being the mini and giant versions. The breed first came about during the 14th and 15th centuries as a working farm dog in Germany. Its name when translated means snout, and it is probably referring its huge handlebar mustache. Some jokingly say that its features will remind one 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.

This dog can be considered as one of the more intelligent breeds out there. In fact out of one hundred and eighty dog breeds, this dog ranks number 12 when it is given an intelligence test. It is a dog that learns very quickly, but all training should be given when it is still a puppy. In time however, it will get bored with the same tricks that has been taught, so you have to be innovative in terms of learning more.

This is a fairly active dog, and cannot be considered as a couch potato. In terms of if you are planning to be a master of this dog, then you have to be quite active as well. It joins with enthusiasm any activity that it will find itself in, whether this activity is with people or with other dogs. As it is a sucker for regular outdoor activities, you should be also likewise.

This dog will live on average from thirteen to fifteen years will reach a weight of anywhere from thirty five to forty five pounds in weight. It can be fed with any nigh nutrition commercial dog food and it is quite robust in terms of health. Later ages may require some attention to the eyes and its hips as these are the areas where some complications can set in.

People who hat dog hair being place everywhere will be glad to note that this bred sheds hair or fur very little. It is unique in the way that it has two coats of fur. The upper coat being wiry and quite resistant to dust and debris and a softer undercoat. Care has to be taken not to trim the outer coat too much as it will lessen its resistance to dust and dirt. It is best that dead hair be pulled out carefully by hand, and regular brushings be given at least twice to thrice a week.

This article hopefully has given you an overview of this breed and what to expect. Always get as much information on any pet breed you want to take on when you want to be a responsible pet owner.




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