Small in size, but very intelligent and affectionate dog Zwergschnauzer was bred in Germany. In the creation of this breed took part schnauzer, spitz, affenpinscher and coarse terrier. Puppies zvergschnauzer - a small mustachioed muzzle, from the German "zwerg" - baby, and "schnauzer" - moustached muzzle.
Standards of the breed Zwergschnauzer
A small dog of 30-35 cm at the withers has a rather harmonious physique. The shape of the figure is square, with straight long paws. The large head of a zwergschnauzer with a beard and eyebrows has a noticeable transition from the forehead to the nose.
The wool of Zwergschnauzer is stiff and long, with a thick soft undercoat. The most popular color is pepper and salt, there are also black, chocolate-tan, black and silver and white miniature schnauzers.
Puppies of the white Miniature Schnauzer, as well as other colors, should have a black nose, black claws and eyes. Puppies of other colors should not have white spots.
Education and training puppies Zverguschnauzer
Most often puppies Zvergschnauzer get to a new host at the age of 2 months and older. The weight of a puppy of a miniature schnauzer at this age is about 2 kg. Since the appearance of the puppy in the house, you need to take care of his upbringing. The dog zwergschnauzer is pretty smart and takes command well, but the question of her obedience comes first.
In relations with the zwergschnauzer, you must show that you are the master, and you should obey. It is necessary to show rigidity and consistency in the education of puppies, to limit undesirable actions and to encourage the necessary. For example, all miniature schnauzers like to bark. If you have not taught your dog since childhood that you can not bark without a reason, then later you can become a victim of constant barking.
How to care for a miniature schnauzer?
Since childhood, the zwergschnauzer requires care of the coat. Combing the dog is necessary every day. It helps to get rid of dust, dead hair and stimulates the growth of new hair. During moult, wool trimming is also carried out.
From time to time, you should bathe the zwergschnauzer, using special shampoos and conditioners. The dog also requires regular haircuts.
Do not forget to scrub the long beard of the zwergschnauzer, which can get dirty during feeding and walking.
Puppies zwergschnauzer up to six months need a full feed, because at this time there is rapid growth. It is necessary to feed the puppy 3-4 times a day for 180-350 grams (the older, the more the portion). The diet should include:
- meat;
- eggs;
- boiled fish;
- yogurt, cottage cheese;
- vegetables.
Mating of a Miniature Schnauzer
The estrus at the Zwergschnauzer begins at the age of 6-12 months. It is considered a deviation from the norm if the first heat has come earlier than 6 or later than 15 months. Then the estrus at the zwergschnauzer occurs twice a year at a constant interval.
The duration of estrus is about 18-20 days, of which the most favorable for mating is 10-15 days. It is believed,
The first mating of a miniature schnauzer is carried out after a year, at the age of about 15 months. Before knitting take care of choosing a male, consult with experienced breeders.
In the optimal time for breeding, the dog is taken to the selected dog. With you usually take leash and muzzle, which is useful if your dog will aggressively behave.
Births at Zvergschnauzer occur on the 59-63 days after mating. A week before the proposed date of delivery, it is necessary to prepare a place for the dog: it can be a box, a collapsible arena or a litter with side walls.