Are two mini schnauzers better than one?

In many ways having two is easier. There’s less guilt when you have to go out because they’ve got company. The older dog will take on some of the training of the puppy. Things like recall are easier because they will follow the other dog back to you.

Do mini schnauzers pick a favorite person?

They tend to be one-person dogs, choosing one family member as their favorite and becoming that person’s devoted companion. However, they also enjoy the company of their other human companions.

How smart is a miniature schnauzer?

One of the Smartest Dog Breeds 12 on the quintessential dog breed intelligence list† most certainly means the miniature schnauzer is super smart. Under testing, the miniature schnauzer understood new commands after five to 15 repetitions and obeyed a command 85 percent of the time or better.

Are dogs better in pairs?

When you have a pair of dogs, they provide each other with companionship and both mental and physical stimulation. All of that can help avoid some obedience issues that happen when you have a single dog.

Is littermate real?

While not an exacting scientific or medical diagnosis, the concept of littermate syndrome is very real. However, that doesn’t mean it’s necessarily a given situation for all sibling pups that you raise together. As with many things, multiple factors can influence the probability and severity of littermate syndrome.

Are schnauzers aggressive?

Schnauzers are not overly aggressive dogs by nature. Miniature Schnauzers are perfectly amiable to people and other family pets (generally speaking). It is not in their nature to be aggressive, but sometimes they can be stubborn and bold, especially towards dogs of the same sex.

Can schnauzers swim?

Mini Schnauzers aren’t generally good swimmers and should be supervised near water.

Why Schnauzers are the best dogs?

Due to their playful nature, the standard schnauzer loves children. Because of their guard dog history, they can make excellent watchdogs for your home. Between their playful personality and their need for snuggles, schnauzers make great family pets and the most handsome mustachioed pooches we ever did see.