Toy Schnauzers

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For over a decade now, a smaller version of the Miniature schnauzer has been bred, called the Toy Schnauzer.  In order to size down the Miniature Schnauzer, smaller toy breeds were introduced.  This was necessary and is not frowned upon.  The Toy Schnauzer is bred to be a small family pet, suitable for city and apartment life and as a great breed for both the young and old alike.

This developing breed has found popularity faster than it has been developed.  In appearance he looks exactly like his bigger cousin, the Miniature Schnauzer.  In temperament, he has retained the same intelligence yet is calmer and quieter than the Miniature Schnauzer.

Because this is a pet only breed, the Toy Schnauzer comes in a wide varity of coat types and colors.  Coat types range from the harsh coat of the Mini Schnauazer to the more popular softer woolier coat types.

In most new breeds, there is considerable inbreeding done to fix the breed's traits.  But the Toy Schnauzer is being bred as a pet, so inbreeding is discouraged and genetic diversity has been encouraged.  In keeping with this goal of genetic diversity, other toy breeds may be added, as long as it does not take away the appearance or temperament of the Toy Schnauzer. Allowable breeds are Toy Poodle,  Miniature Pinscher, and Maltese.

Last updated  3/12/10 baf