Height: 12 to 14 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 11 to 20 pounds
Coat: medium-length and wiry
Life span: 12 to 14 years
Breed Group: Terriers

He's got it all in one small package: intelligence, affection, an extroverted temperament, humor, and a personality that's twice as big as he is. Throw in that walrus moustache and quivering enthusiasm, and he'll make you laugh every day. With a Miniature Schnauzer in the house, you'll never be alone, not even when you go to the bathroom. He's got personality-plus, and whether he's bounding around ahead of you or curled up snoozing on your lap, you'll never be bored with him around.