{"id":177304,"date":"2022-07-16T08:06:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-16T08:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/"},"modified":"2022-07-16T08:06:00","modified_gmt":"2022-07-16T08:06:00","slug":"are-mini-schnauzers-smart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/","title":{"rendered":"Are mini Schnauzers smart?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_mini_Schnauzers_smart\" title=\"Are mini Schnauzers smart?\">Are mini Schnauzers smart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Is_a_Miniature_Schnauzer_a_good_pet\" title=\"Is a Miniature Schnauzer a good pet?\">Is a Miniature Schnauzer a good pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Do_mini_Schnauzers_attach_to_one_person\" title=\"Do mini Schnauzers attach to one person?\">Do mini Schnauzers attach to one person?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_mini_Schnauzers_cuddly_dogs\" title=\"Are mini Schnauzers cuddly dogs?\">Are mini Schnauzers cuddly dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Do_mini_schnauzers_get_attached_to_one_person\" title=\"Do mini schnauzers get attached to one person?\">Do mini schnauzers get attached to one person?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Is_a_schnauzer_easy_to_train\" title=\"Is a schnauzer easy to train?\">Is a schnauzer easy to train?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Why_is_my_schnauzer_so_smart\" title=\"Why is my schnauzer so smart?\">Why is my schnauzer so smart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_mini_schnauzers_cuddly_dogs\" title=\"Are mini schnauzers cuddly dogs?\">Are mini schnauzers cuddly dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_Schnauzers_barkers\" title=\"Are Schnauzers barkers?\">Are Schnauzers barkers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Is_a_schnauzer_a_good_family_dog\" title=\"Is a schnauzer a good family dog?\">Is a schnauzer a good family dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_Schnauzers_cuddly\" title=\"Are Schnauzers cuddly?\">Are Schnauzers cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_mini_Schnauzers_yappy\" title=\"Are mini Schnauzers yappy?\">Are mini Schnauzers yappy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_Miniature_Schnauzers_protective_of_their_owners\" title=\"Are Miniature Schnauzers protective of their owners?\">Are Miniature Schnauzers protective of their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_mini_schnauzers_needy\" title=\"Are mini schnauzers needy?\">Are mini schnauzers needy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_Miniature_Schnauzers_affectionate\" title=\"Are Miniature Schnauzers affectionate?\">Are Miniature Schnauzers affectionate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#How_loyal_are_Miniature_Schnauzers\" title=\"How loyal are Miniature Schnauzers?\">How loyal are Miniature Schnauzers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_Schnauzers_good_cuddlers\" title=\"Are Schnauzers good cuddlers?\">Are Schnauzers good cuddlers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_mini_schnauzers_good_lap_dogs\" title=\"Are mini schnauzers good lap dogs?\">Are mini schnauzers good lap dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Why_are_Schnauzers_so_clingy\" title=\"Why are Schnauzers so clingy?\">Why are Schnauzers so clingy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Do_mini_schnauzers_attach_to_one_person\" title=\"Do mini schnauzers attach to one person?\">Do mini schnauzers attach to one person?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_mini_schnauzers_possessive\" title=\"Are mini schnauzers possessive?\">Are mini schnauzers possessive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Is_it_hard_to_train_a_Schnauzer\" title=\"Is it hard to train a Schnauzer?\">Is it hard to train a Schnauzer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_Schnauzers_easy_to_house_train\" title=\"Are Schnauzers easy to house train?\">Are Schnauzers easy to house train?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_Schnauzers_good_for_first_time_owners\" title=\"Are Schnauzers good for first time owners?\">Are Schnauzers good for first time owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-mini-schnauzers-smart\/#Are_Schnauzers_very_smart\" title=\"Are Schnauzers very smart?\">Are Schnauzers very smart?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mini_Schnauzers_smart\"><\/span>Are mini Schnauzers smart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>One of the Smartest Dog Breeds<\/b> 12 on the quintessential dog breed intelligence listu2020 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.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_Miniature_Schnauzer_a_good_pet\"><\/span>Is a Miniature Schnauzer a good pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Miniature Schnauzers are highly intelligent and usually easy to train, but their stubborn streak requires a firm and patient hand. Due to their playful nature, <b>these breeds make great family pets and usually get on well with children (but always keep dogs under close supervision around young children).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_mini_Schnauzers_attach_to_one_person\"><\/span>Do mini Schnauzers attach to one person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although <b>some breeds attach themselves to one person fast, schnauzers love and appreciate all members of their family.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mini_Schnauzers_cuddly_dogs\"><\/span>Are mini Schnauzers cuddly dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1. The Miniature Schnauzer is <b>Very Affectionate. The miniature schnauzer likes nothing more than to snuggle with his human family. He simply loves a good cuddle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_mini_schnauzers_get_attached_to_one_person\"><\/span>Do mini schnauzers get attached to one person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although <b>some breeds attach themselves to one person fast, schnauzers love and appreciate all members of their family. Due to their playful nature, the standard schnauzer loves children.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_schnauzer_easy_to_train\"><\/span>Is a schnauzer easy to train?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Miniature Schnauzers are <b>usually considered easy to train, but because of their intelligence, energy, and natural prey instincts they can lack focus and be stubborn, especially around distractions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_schnauzer_so_smart\"><\/span>Why is my schnauzer so smart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Standard Schnauzer&#8217;s Instinctive Intelligence That&#8217;s because <b>they were bred for many things, making them some of the most versatile working dogs you can find! They really did it all. In the Middle Ages, the Standard Schnauzers were first developed to serve as multi-purpose farm dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mini_schnauzers_cuddly_dogs\"><\/span>Are mini schnauzers cuddly dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1. The Miniature Schnauzer is <b>Very Affectionate. The miniature schnauzer likes nothing more than to snuggle with his human family. He simply loves a good cuddle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Schnauzers_barkers\"><\/span>Are Schnauzers barkers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While all dogs will bark, <b>Schnauzers are notorious for barking a lot and can make excellent watch dogs. Some of the reasons why they might bark include feeling frightened, being hungry, or feeling depressed or bored.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_schnauzer_a_good_family_dog\"><\/span>Is a schnauzer a good family dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>This breed is known for being an outstanding companion who&#8217;s completely devoted to their family members. They&#8217;re not necessarily one person dogs, instead they appreciate all of the members of their pack. The Standard Schnauzer is particularly good with children, as they&#8217;re extremely playful, yet tolerant.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Schnauzers_cuddly\"><\/span>Are Schnauzers cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Between their <b>playful personality and their need for snuggles, schnauzers make great family pets and the most handsome mustachioed pooches we ever did see.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mini_Schnauzers_yappy\"><\/span>Are mini Schnauzers yappy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Miniature Schnauzers are almost identical to Standard Schnauzers with only a few differences between them. Because they&#8217;re smaller, and because they have a tendency to bark, <b>people may view Miniature Schnauzers as yappy, even though their larger counterparts bark just as much.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Miniature_Schnauzers_protective_of_their_owners\"><\/span>Are Miniature Schnauzers protective of their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While they may not be built for protection, the Mini Schnauzer has the personality for it. What is this? These dogs are alert, wary of anything off in their environment. <b>They are also known to be protective of their owners and their property, making them even more suspicious of strangers.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mini_schnauzers_needy\"><\/span>Are mini schnauzers needy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Miniature Schnauzers are <b>extremely social dogs who need to be a part of everything you do. They will follow you everywhere you go in the house and want to be involved no matter what.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Miniature_Schnauzers_affectionate\"><\/span>Are Miniature Schnauzers affectionate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1. The Miniature Schnauzer is <b>Very Affectionate. The miniature schnauzer likes nothing more than to snuggle with his human family. He simply loves a good cuddle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_loyal_are_Miniature_Schnauzers\"><\/span>How loyal are Miniature Schnauzers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Miniature Schnauzers are considered wonderful family dogs. They&#8217;re <b>loyal and protective, without being aggressive. The breed is known to get along with children.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Schnauzers_good_cuddlers\"><\/span>Are Schnauzers good cuddlers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With their bushy beards and prominent eyebrows, Miniature Schnauzers often have a humorously gruff appearance  an effect that is reinforced by their tendency to bark and put on a confident air. In fact, <b>with their families, Minis are very affectionate, playful, and loyal dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mini_schnauzers_good_lap_dogs\"><\/span>Are mini schnauzers good lap dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because of their guard dog history, they can make excellent watchdogs for your home. Having an enthusiastic schnauzer around would brighten up anyone&#8217;s day. <b>Between their playful personality and their need for snuggles, schnauzers make great family pets and the most handsome mustachioed pooches we ever did see.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Schnauzers_so_clingy\"><\/span>Why are Schnauzers so clingy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>And though their small size may make potential owners view them as lap dogs, <b>they really aren&#8217;t. They prefer to be active, running around or digging, because of their instinct to chase vermin. They are sweet and loving dogs that also make excellent watchdogs should a threat ever arise.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_mini_schnauzers_attach_to_one_person\"><\/span>Do mini schnauzers attach to one person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although <b>some breeds attach themselves to one person fast, schnauzers love and appreciate all members of their family.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mini_schnauzers_possessive\"><\/span>Are mini schnauzers possessive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Miniature Schnauzers are <b>extremely social dogs who need to be a part of everything you do. They will follow you everywhere you go in the house and want to be involved no matter what.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_hard_to_train_a_Schnauzer\"><\/span>Is it hard to train a Schnauzer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Miniature Schnauzers are <b>usually considered easy to train, but because of their intelligence, energy, and natural prey instincts they can lack focus and be stubborn, especially around distractions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Schnauzers_easy_to_house_train\"><\/span>Are Schnauzers easy to house train?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Potty training a Schnauzer can be challenging at times, but just when you think you can&#8217;t get any more frustrated, your pup will suddenly figure it all out and start begging you to take him outside, so he can take care of business.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Schnauzers_good_for_first_time_owners\"><\/span>Are Schnauzers good for first time owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While all dogs will bark, <b>Schnauzers are notorious for barking a lot and can make excellent watch dogs. Some of the reasons why they might bark include feeling frightened, being hungry, or feeling depressed or bored.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Schnauzers_very_smart\"><\/span>Are Schnauzers very smart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Known to be <b>highly intelligent, strong-willed and high-spirited, the standard schnauzer is easily trained and loyal. Their intelligence can be a blessing or curse in disguise.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Are mini Schnauzers smart?Is a Miniature Schnauzer a good pet?Do mini Schnauzers attach to one person?Are mini Schnauzers cuddly dogs?Do mini schnauzers get attached to one person?Is a schnauzer easy to train?Why is my schnauzer so smart?Are mini schnauzers cuddly dogs?Are Schnauzers barkers?Is a schnauzer a good family dog?Are Schnauzers cuddly?Are mini&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-177304","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177304"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=177304"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177304\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=177304"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=177304"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=177304"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}