Puppy Zwergschnauzer: color, weight. How to feed a puppy of a miniature schnauzer?

If a puppy of a zwergschnauzer has appeared in your house, then you can only envy. Good-natured dogs of this breed are fine true friends, who have a cheerful nature. In addition, they can protect you in case of danger. After reading this article, you will learn how to take care of these animals.

A small historical reference

Miniature schnauzers are considered descendants of stable pinschers. Their breeding involved German dog breeders. Initially, these miniature dogs were intended for hunting small rodents, living in stables. Unfortunately, specialists failed to establish the exact time of appearance of this breed, but the fact that among its ancestors there are spitz, small poodles and affenpinschery is a fact. For certain it is only known that the first records of the miniature schnauzers date back to 1888.

Brief description of the breed

The growth of this serious dog, which can not be ranked as an indoor one, reaches 30-35 centimeters. Animals of this breed have a harmonious physique. They have a compact square case and powerful long paws. The large head of a dog with a well-marked transition from forehead to nose is decorated with thick bushy eyebrows and beard.

The animal's body is covered with a stiff long coat with a soft thick undercoat. The most common is black, chocolate-tan and black with a silver miniature schnauzer. Puppies, the color of which differs from the generally accepted standards, will not be able to participate in exhibitions, but this does not mean that they are worse than their fellow men. Dogs of rare white color should have black eyes, claws and a nose lobe.

Recommendations for choosing an animal

As a rule, puppies are given to new owners not earlier than they will be two months old. Specialists recommend purchasing an animal in specialized nurseries or experienced breeders. Before buying it is desirable to decide on the color and sex of the future pet. In addition, you need to clearly understand why you need a dog. After all, one thing, if you decide to buy a pet, and quite another, if it is a question of choosing an exhibition dog.

By the age of two months the weight of a puppy of a miniature schnauzer should be about two kilograms. The animal must be active and physically healthy. It is also important to pay attention to the conditions in which the puppies are kept. The room should be clean. Of course, the nature of the dog is a matter of personal preferences, but experienced dog breeders recommend stopping the choice on a mobile and actively active puppy, showing no signs of aggression.

It is desirable that he had not too narrow muzzle and a square, compact body. Anterior and posterior extremities of the animal should be parallel to each other. This is especially noticeable during the movement. Also check the puppy's bite and make sure all the teeth are present.

Features of maintenance and care

From the earliest age the puppy of the zwergschnauzer needs special care for the coat. To get rid of dead hair and street dust, the dog should be combed daily. During molting, additional trimming is necessary.

Periodically, the animal needs to be sheared and bathed using special shampoos and conditioners. After you have a puppy of a zwergschnauzer in your house, it should be accustomed to the procedure of cleansing a long beard, which often gets dirty during walks and feeding. Since the age of seven months, the animal needs to regularly brush its teeth. This can be done with the help of pounded writing chalk, not flavored tooth powder or a piece of sour apple. No less attention is required and the claws of the dog. As they grow, they need to be cut using a special tool.

Miniature Schnauzer: feeding puppies

The principle of feeding these animals practically does not differ from the rules established for all dogs of medium breeds. Bowls with food and water should be installed on a special, height-adjustable stand. This is necessary not to spoil the bearing of your pet.

From the first days of the appearance in your apartment a puppy of a zwergschnauzer must clearly understand what he will have to eat exclusively from his bowl. It is important that the feed is not permanently available. After 15-20 minutes, you need to remove the container with the remains of uneaten food.

In the diet of the puppy must necessarily be present products of plant and animal origin. It is desirable to feed the dog with natural food. But if necessary, it can be converted to dry food or industrial canned food. A dog can be given such products as:

• Boiled or raw beef;
• vegetables and fruits;
• Different porridges;
• dairy products;
• Boiled sea fish.

Puppy can not be given legumes, semolina and pearl rump. All of them are very poorly absorbed by the canine organism. Once or twice a week, it is recommended that raw or boiled eggs be added to the ration of the animal. During the change of teeth it is desirable to exclude from the menu any solid products.

To finally figure out what to feed the puppy of a miniature schnauzer, you need to get acquainted with the list of prohibited foods, which includes smoked, salty and spicy food. All this is considered a real poison for the canine organism. Experts recommend to exclude from the ration of the animal even cheeses. They can be given as incentives, not more than once a week.

How to educate and train an animal?

The Miniature Schnauzer belongs to service breeds. Therefore, animals must necessarily undergo appropriate training.

Those who are just planning to acquire such a puppy must understand that they are cunning and stubborn. Therefore, only an experienced dog breeder can cope with them. The uneasy nature of these animals greatly complicates the interaction with the host.

Naughty and very temperamental zwergs often run away from home and spoil the property. To prevent such behavior, it is necessary to show the pupil who is in charge from the very beginning. And to confirm their authority it is not necessary to apply physical strength to the animal. This can be done with the help of intelligence and perseverance.