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Caring Properly For Schnauzer Puppies

By Charles Morgan


Owning a dog is very similar to having a child around the house. With every breed of dog, it is crucial that the owner does sufficient research and has a good idea about its particular needs and temperament. As with any type of dog at a pedigree level, Schnauzer puppies have a very particular set of rules that must be followed in raising them, so that they can thrive as they grow.

This breed of dog, which originates in Germany, is so named because of the distinct bearded snout it has. Three different types of this dog are the miniature, the standard and the giant breed. It is recognized in the category of terrier dog, although it does not possess the temperament or characteristics of a terrier at all.

These dogs are known as working dogs, as they were originally used for rat catching and keeping guard. They have worked during wars, carrying messages between camps, or they also work with the police or the Red Cross. The dog comes from cross-breeding of Great Danes, Dobermans, Boxers, Rottweilers, German Shepherds and even Poodles, but these are just a few.

These dogs make excellent pets and are extremely loyal. The miniature version is not made to live outside, and this should be taken into consideration when bringing one into the home. They are also not overly aggressive dogs, which is good in cases where a number of people may be entering the home. That being said, they respond quickly to anything alarming, making them good guard dogs.

If this type of dog is properly socialized, then it is a great pet for homes with children. In order to be socialized, training for this canine needs to begin in the early stages, as the dog's natural independent nature and abundance of energy can be problematic if they aren't controlled. For example, a dog who cannot follow orders may become a nuisance for neighbors through persistent barking or otherwise.

If anyone in your household has asthma, allergies or other breathing issues, then this is definitely a dog to consider. It does not shed like other breeds and also lacks odor. Being hypoallergenic is a huge plus.

Pups can remain indoors and are fine to raise in an apartment. However, like their adult counterparts, exercise is a must. Young ones cannot get too much physically activity until their frame is stronger, but a short walk on a daily basis is just fine. They also require quite a bit of attention when they are young, and leaving them by themselves for lengthy periods is not recommended as they can feel abandoned. This could bring on mischievous behavior.

A puppy's diet should be consistent, with any changes being introduced gradually. A diet change should be carried out over eight to ten days, by slowly increasing the amount of new food in the old food daily, while reducing the portion of old food until there is no more. When a puppy has eaten, house training can be accelerated by placing it in a confined area to go to the bathroom, and cleaning that area immediately to reinforce clean habits.




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