


Standard Schnauzer
Temperament
Trainable, Good-natured, Devoted, Lively, Playful, Intelligent, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Independent, Loves, Playful, Smart, Heartworm Positive, Good with Dogs, Housetrained, Good with Kids, Dog Selective, Kids eight positive and up, Gentle, Loyal, Active, Available for Foster, Cuddle Bug, Eager to Please, Dog savvy Children ten positive, Food Motivated, Good in car, Not Good with Cats, Quick learner, Seeks Affection, Silly Playful, Leash Trained, House trained, Hiker, Mellow, Knows commands, Calm, Cat Friendly, Dog Friendly, Shy, Quiet, Couch potato, Lazy
Weight
30 - 50 lbs
Height
17.5 - 19.5 inches
Life Span
13 - 15 years
Breed Group
Working
Bred For
Ratting, guarding
Origin
Германиа
Additional Characteristics
Care Requirements
They have a low to moderate energy level and need regular but not extensive exercise.
They have high grooming needs requiring frequent brushing and regular professional grooming.
Highly trainable and quick to learn commands
They are excellent with children and often form strong bonds with them.
📚 Explore comprehensive information about this breed
About the Standard Schnauzer
The Standard Schnauzer is a wonderful dog breed with unique characteristics. Hunderasse
Breed Purpose
Ratting, guarding
Temperament
Trainable, Good-natured, Devoted, Lively, Playful, Intelligent, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Friendly, Funny, Independent, Loves, Playful, Smart, Heartworm Positive, Good with Dogs, Housetrained, Good with Kids, Dog Selective, Kids eight positive and up, Gentle, Loyal, Active, Available for Foster, Cuddle Bug, Eager to Please, Dog savvy Children ten positive, Food Motivated, Good in car, Not Good with Cats, Quick learner, Seeks Affection, Silly Playful, Leash Trained, House trained, Hiker, Mellow, Knows commands, Calm, Cat Friendly, Dog Friendly, Shy, Quiet, Couch potato, Lazy
Finding similar breeds...
How We Find Similar Breeds
We analyze breed characteristics including temperament, size, appearance, and care needs to identify the most similar dog breeds. This helps you discover alternatives that might be a good match for your lifestyle and preferences.
Adopt a Standard Schnauzer
Filter to show only purebred Standard Schnauzers (excludes mixed breeds and crosses)
Find Dogs Near You
Enter your location to discover adoptable pets nearby
Find Your Perfect Standard Schnauzer Match!
Enter your location above to discover adorable Standard Schnauzers waiting for their forever homes near you!
With thousands of dogs available, your new best friend might be just a few miles away.
No rescue organizations found
Try searching with a different location or contact your local animal shelter for information.
No verified breeders found for Standard Schnauzers
We prioritize rescue and adoption. Please consider adopting from a shelter or rescue organization.
Adoption guide not available
Please check back later for information on adopting this breed.