9781422278420

Mini Schnauzer takes his guarding duties very seriously and will be ever ready to warn you of approaching strangers. This is great, as long as you do not allow it to get out of hand. A warning bark is desirable; a dog who will not be quiet, or one who runs up and down the fence barking continuously, is not. This all comes down to training, which is extremely important when taking on a Miniature Schnauzer. Family dog Children and Miniature Schnauzers go well together, but you must ensure that a sense of mutual respect is established from the start. Children must learn not to tease or to play games that provoke over-excitement. They must also understand that there are times when a dog should not be disturbed, particularly when he is eating and sleeping.

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