Buyer question
How long does a Miniature Schnauzer live?
Our Animal Library gives the Miniature Schnauzer a lifespan of 12–15 years.
Source: the Miniature Schnauzer page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Miniature Schnauzer in the Animal Library
The detail
Bred in Germany as a small farm ratter, the Miniature Schnauzer is alert, spirited and more biddable than most terriers. It sheds little, adapts to apartments and families, and makes a keen watchdog with a voice to match.
- Best fit
- Families, apartments
- Temperament
- Alert, spirited, friendly
What to weigh
Mini Schnauzers bark at everything and need regular professional grooming. They are prone to pancreatitis and high blood fats, so a low-fat diet and no table scraps matter.