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legs, underside, and hindquarters. The longer hair on his head forms remarkably bushy eyebrows and a distinguished-looking mustache and beard. It all makes him look a little bit like a Civil War general. Schnauzers and allergies The Miniature Schnauzer’s coat does not shed in the same way as most other breeds, so he is potentially a good choice for people who are allergic to dogs. However, there is a minimal amount of shedding, and sometimes allergies are caused by canine dander or saliva, so there are no guar- antees for allergy sufferers. The best plan is to spend some time with Miniature Schnauzers and see how you react before you make a commitment to buy a puppy. Temperament What can you expect if you bring a Miniature Schnauzer into your home? Every dog is an individual, but there is one thing you can be sure of: Your life will never be quite the same. The Mini Schnauzer is a relative-

ly small dog, but he has a huge per- sonality. He finds the world a fasci- nating place and wants to investigate everything, and everyone, that comes his way. He is one of the most compan- ionable of breeds; he simply wants to be where his people are. He must learn to cope with spending time on his own, but he will be utterly miserable if he is excluded for long periods. He is also an excellent watchdog. The

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