This Comprehensive Owner's Guide to the Miniature Schnauzer serves as a complete introduction to one of the world's most popular terrier breeds. Hailing from Germany, the Fatherland of all three schnauzer breeds, the Miniature Schnauzer has been a favorite in the United States since the mid 1920's when it was first accepted by the American Kennel Club. The book begins with a solid chapter on the breed's history, tracing its origins in Europe, its development in America and the United Kingdom, illustrated with historical dogs and important paintings that depict the breed. The chapters on characteristics and the breed standard encapsulate all of the virtues of this robust and active dog, offering sound advice about which owners are best suited to the breed.