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Looking for a new addition and in desperate need of some good advice!
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YungandUnashamed
Posted: 8:27:06 PM 9/8/2007
Thanks for your suggestions Pen2! Originally the dog I had my mind set on was the Miniature Pinscher (or a Manchester Terrier but I found out shedding is an issue) however after reading up on the Min-Pins it didn’t seem they would be a good choice. Some of the cons I found out about the breed were: Destructiveness when bored, Extreme suspiciousness toward strangers, Aggression toward other animals, Escape attempts and running away, Strong-willed (mind of his own), Notorious housebreaking difficulties, not great with children, and Barking. Are there any truths to these downfalls?

As for the other breeds you’ve mentioned I have to go do some reading up on those before I can make an wise decision. Thanks for your help though!
In search of a small family dog who's good with small children, has minimal shedding, and minimal grooming....any suggestions? Let me know!
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Pen2
Posted: 8:46:26 PM 9/8/2007
I'm not a Min-Pin expert; so I really don't know if there is validity to the downfalls you mentioned. I don't really believe in assigning hard and fast characteristics to an entire breed though, because I believe that the proper love and care, combined with firm and persistant training makes all the difference in the world to a dog's behaviour.
Perhaps someone else on the forum has a Min-Pin, and can offer more advice! Good luck in your search.
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YungandUnashamed
Posted: 8:49:18 PM 9/8/2007
Very good point, and thanks for your help!
In search of a small family dog who's good with small children, has minimal shedding, and minimal grooming....any suggestions? Let me know!
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dusty082155
Posted: 9:10:25 PM 9/8/2007
My dogs do not bite. Anyone can put their hand in and take the toy from them, even when they are growling over it. They are indoor dogs only and do not tolerate the heat. Rocky is a snorter, but my females are not. They are not destructive to anything in the house besides their toys. we are usually home 24/7 , but the times we have been gone for a few hours, they have been kept in my room and been fine.
Now for the price..well..they are not an inexpensive breed. we paid 1900, 1400 and 2000, in that order. Annie was the least expensive and we bought her from a breeder in Russia.
If you are a dog and your owner suggests that you wear a sweater, suggest that he wear a tail.
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MericoX19
Posted: 9:21:15 PM 9/8/2007
All the Schnauzer I know, are healthy. It really depends on what kind of breeder you get them from. Then you can get into a whole mess of things (cataracts, skin problems). The breed is also prone to kidney stones and pancreitis, but this can be taken care of by feeding them a lower protein diet.

To be all honest, I never really brush mine. Only when they start getting long will I do it, but by then it's usually time to shave them. I dont know about costs by you, but I used to spend anywheres from 20-50 per visit. But that was maybe every 2 months. Depends on how long you'd have them cut. Mine I shave down everytime I cut them, that was maybe 3 months ago and it's now just long enough for me to cut and for someone to notice a difference. LOL.
http://agilitytheschnauzerway.blogspot.com/
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YungandUnashamed
Posted: 9:25:35 PM 9/8/2007
I've come to the conclusion that the character and temperament of the dog, (although the parents play a large part)has a big deal to do with their up bringing and training which is good to hear because it puts a lot of confusion and mixed stories to rest! I will admit I was taken back by the price! lol I am curious to know how getting a dog from Russia takes place though! Obviously she was shipped but who paid for that? Also how did you find her?
In search of a small family dog who's good with small children, has minimal shedding, and minimal grooming....any suggestions? Let me know!
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YungandUnashamed
Posted: 9:27:41 PM 9/8/2007
Merico do you have a picture of your Schnauzer?
In search of a small family dog who's good with small children, has minimal shedding, and minimal grooming....any suggestions? Let me know!
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dusty082155
Posted: 9:38:15 PM 9/8/2007
I was browsing the frenchies on a puppysite, when i came across one that interested me. So i started exchanging emails with the Tatiana, and got to be friends with her. We even called Moscow and talked to her in paerson. She kept me up to date on Annies progress and sent pics of her throughout. She would not ship her until she was old enough to have her second set of shots, so she didnt send her until she was 13 weeks. The shipping was included in the price. Annie is the best dog i have ever owned. She was selling her sister too and i wish i had gotten the both of them. But we ended up getting Tiger Lily and we wouldnt trade her for the world.
If you are a dog and your owner suggests that you wear a sweater, suggest that he wear a tail.
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YungandUnashamed
Posted: 8:02:22 AM 9/9/2007
Wow that's awesome! The fact that the shipping was including in the price is incredible. They are beautiful dogs ;)
In search of a small family dog who's good with small children, has minimal shedding, and minimal grooming....any suggestions? Let me know!
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