Hi, this is my first post on the forum!!....My names tara, I am looking into getting a miniature schnauzer within the next few months however I want to do all possible research before I set my mind to it. I originally started looking at morkies but decided I wanted something a little more tough! (Totally different dogs I know)! With everything I have seen I read they are energetic, alert, loving, loyal and a tad stubborn. My boyfriend and I do a lot of fishing and hiking and are outdoors alot when the weathers nice so were looking for a dog that will walk with us without a leash, throw a stick in the lake and the dog goes for a swim etc. I need a small dog and really am not a huge fan of poodles. I also need something that works with us allergy suffers as myself! Any suggestions, warnings or tips?

Tara, sounds like a Miniature Schnauzer would fit your lifestyle just perfect. They are a fun loving, tough breed and arent afraid to get dirty and have some fun outdoors. Our mini goes with us on family camping trips and has a ball. We have three acres out in the country and she loves to play (and get dirty) outside with our other dogs. They are sturdy but still small. We just had our first litter of minis and are loving playing with the puppies. You can see more pictures of them and my female at She is truly a member of our family!!

Good luck with your search and I hope your find the pefect dog for your family.

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