The Miniature Schnauzer (or Zwergschnauzer) is identical with the Standard Schnauzer except for size and the fact that they have more variation in color. The Miniature came about by crossing the Schnauzer with Affenpinschers. They are well-proportioned, a compact dog which along with a cheerful disposition is the reason they are such popular as family pets. They are a very ancient breed even appearing in a painting by Albrecht Durer in 1492. The name Schnauzer refers to the beard on its muzzle. They have had a variety of duties from herding as drovers working sheep, cattle and hogs and doing all the jobs of an active farm dog to that of rat catchers, a job at which they excelled. But this smallest of the Schnauzers is wonderful at all aspects of its life role: working dog, show dog and household pet.
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