Schnauzer puppies originated from Germany and are muscular, strong and very active. The breed is known for its intelligence and obedience. They were used by the German military in World War I for carrying messages from one platoon to the other. They were also used for hunting before and are very good at guarding houses. Schnauzer puppies love company and like to be cuddled.
They are highly agile and need proper exercise regularly to control their behavior. Schnauzer puppies have to be taken for regular walks and they can turn to be good jogging partners once they grow up. They have a moderate temperament and are good with kids and visitors. They have to be properly trained to match them with your expectations. You have to be really patient and calm while training one of the Schnauzer puppies. They can be trained to follow many commands. Whenever you decide to buy a Schnauzer, be sure that you take them from a good breeder. This breed has some inherited and genetic problems which can be really drastic on their health. So always buy them from a good breeder who must have taken care that the puppy you take must have a healthy and fit lifespan and does not suffer from any inherited disease.
Proper visits to the health provider should be scheduled to ensure that your dog is healthy and receives all the required immunizations on time. To maintain hygiene and avoid mats regular brushing should be done. Also to prevent any tooth related problems brushing of teeth should also be incorporated. If given proper care, training and diet Schnauzer puppies can turn out to be excellent companions whose company you might cherish for a lifetime. There average lifespan is around 11-15 years.