Miniature and Standard Schnauzers were both historically trained, and genetically bred, to hunt small farm rodents. As such, there always seems to linger in the back of many pet parent’s minds, the...

Having been a pet parent for over a decade now, I’ve become accustomed to noticing the state of Livi’s nose. Is it moist? Does it seem dry? Is she sick and her nose is trying to clue me in? With...

If you are anything like us, your Schnauzer has between 1-3 beds. Our Miniature Schnauzer, Livi, has two favorite beds, each in a different part of the house. She also considers each of the kids’...

Accidental poisoning can be a devastating and potentially fatal situation. Our Miniature Schnauzer, Livi, has been persistent enough to get into a few chocolate treats and interesting-smelling...

The question of aging vexes all of us at some point. Scientists continue to study the complexities of human aging, its causes, and potential life-extending solutions. But what about our animal...

Did you know that only 2% of all dog owners brush their dog’s teeth daily? While that is probably not surprising, it is discouraging…even alarming. Brushing your Schnauzer’s teeth regularly,...