How much grooming does the miniature schnauzer require?
In order to look his best, your schnauzer will need to be groomed every 1 to 2 months. You can find a professional dog groomer or learn to groom your miniature schnauzer yourself. • Are miniature schnauzer tails always docked? The official breed standard states “the tail is to be set high and carried erect. It is docked only long enough to be clearly visible over the backline of the body when the dog is in proper length coat.” So, most miniature schnauzer breeders will have the tails docked, since a natural or undocked tail is considered a deviation from the standard. • Are miniature schnauzer ears always cropped? The official breed standard allows for the miniature schnauzer to have either cropped or uncropped ears. So it is therefore a matter of preference. • Is the miniature schnauzer okay with apartment living? Yes! The miniature schnauzers does well living in an apartment. Just make sure to get your schnauzer outside for daily exercise and walks. • I have a nice yard. Can I leave
