Before Buying Those Miniature Schnauzer Puppies San Diego

By Arthur Butler


Right now you are probably looking for a new pet or a replacement one. A few of your friends have suggested that you should get a miniature schnauzer since it will make quite a lovable companion, and thus you are thinking about it. Before you do plunk down your hard earned dollars to get this dog from miniature Schnauzer puppies San Diego sellers, please do read on in this article for more information which may aid your decision.

Should you decide to get this dog, be prepared to spend anywhere from five to two and half thousand dollars. The variance in average prices will of course differ from state to state depending on overall depend. However, do expect to pay much more than this should you want a show quality pup, or on that has been sired by champion parents. Prices can also go up if it comes from a well known breeder or kennel as well.

In general a miniature schnauzer will make a good family pet, and will usually get along with other pets in the house also. However, it is a bit on the playful side, and you may mistake it fighting the cat when it is really just being playful. However, if it does get into contact with another dog it does not know and it is of the same sex, then things may get a little awkward for they can get quite aggressive.

This dog is also one of the more intelligent breeds out there, and it is recommended that it be trained. However, it will get bored quite fast, especially if given rote and tedious learning tasks to do, and it will become quite stubborn. It is recommended that it be given short training sessions so as to keep its attention and responsiveness. It is also very important to note that it does not take well to discipline. Disciplining it may lead it to hold a grudge against you for a long time.

This dog is not much of a shedder, as the surface hair is quite wiry. Due to it not shedding so much, people mistakenly think that it is hypoallergenic. Thus there are quite some wrong recommendations by people made to those with asthma to take on this dog. This is a mistaken notion that you should also not follow.

Health issues abound for this breed also and you may have your hands full of vet bills and visits. For a dog they have their share of health issues which can range anywhere from skin conditions, which is quite common for them to bladder stones and heart problems. This breed is also susceptible to early loss of vision due to a genetic order also in some dogs.

Regardless of the health issues that this dog faces, it is a fairly long live breed with a lifespan ranging anywhere from twelve years to fifteen years. This can be extended somewhat with the proper care and nutrition, so you have to pay close attention to what the vet will have to recommend.

In sum this article has shown some facts that you should think over regarding this breed. Do make sure that you always get more information on whatever animal you choose to take on as a pet or companion before taking it on, since it takes a lot of commitment and responsibility to own a pet.




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