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Britannia Standard Schnauzers

ORIGINS

The Standard Schnauzer goes back to the fifteenth century. He did not have the stylish life of silken pillows, but the plebeian life of the trusted guard and family dog of the working class. Schnauzer-like dogs appear in several art works of this early period. In Mecklenburg, Germany, there is a statue dating from the fourteenth century of a hunter with a Schnauzer crouching at his feet. The Schnauzer again appears in statuary in "The Night Watchman", dated 1620 in Stuttgart, Germany. In the fifteenth and sixteenth century, tradesmen used Schnauzers to protect their wagons as they travelled the countryside with carts laden with wares. These hardy, reliable guard dogs were of a size not to take up too much space in the wagon, but were fierce enough to repulse robbery.

FCI standard size and measurements for the schnauzer

Schnauzer Today

The standard Schnauzer is a very hearty, active, high-spirited, feisty, intelligent, devoted, courageous, affectionate and bold dog. This breed, pet or show quality, will require a firm, active, confident leader with time to train, socialize, and exercise! Schnauzer means ‘muzzle’ in German, so this breed was named for its characteristic shaggy muzzle. The standard schnauzer is the prototypical schnauzer, the oldest of the three sizes. Definite evidence of the breed exists from as early as the 14th century; even then, it was appreciated as a household pet and hunting companion. The breed is a fortuitous blend of terrier, working and hunting stock, most likely derived from crossing wirehaired pinschers with black German poodles and grey wolf spitz. The result was a hardy rat catcher that also functioned as a capable guard dog.

The Dog Registration Club

Some training tips

Bretannoire Standard Schnauzers

As an intermittent breeder, my dogs are primarily, household pets. That means they live we me, and my partner in our home, and are very much an integral part of our family. Occasionally, we do produce a litter, so feel free to enquire if you’re looking to acquire a puppy. My dogs are bred with form and temperament in mind, and therefore, make good companion and family pets. They are just as capable of snuggling up with you on the coach, as they are guarding the family jewels. This is a picture of our 2003 litter:

Jumbo Jet Grand Calvera at Bretannoire is the latest addition to my family. He was imported from Czech Republican and has sired his first litter. I am very hopeful for him. He should improve the gene pool in the UK superbly:

Pedigree of Jumbo Jet Grand Calvera at Bretannoire Pedigree of Bretannoire Ms Prudence

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