Breed Characteristics
| Life Span: | 12-15 Years |
Schnug Build Information
The Schnug is most often colored black, brown, white, or some combination of these colors, and it is smallish, achieving an adult weight somewhere in the range of 16 – 20 lbs. It has floppy ears, with straight, short-length fur, and it can be expected to live somewhere between 12 and 15 years.
| Size: | Small |
| Length (Male): | 8-12 in. |
| Length (Female): | 8-10 in. |
| Weight: | 15 – 25 lbs |
Behaviour and Personality
A Schnug is a cross between a Miniature Schnauzer and a Pug, and it is known for being very affectionate, intelligent, and friendly. It does not require a great deal of grooming, but it does need a good amount of exercise in order to stay healthy. It’s a very trainable dog, but is not really suitable for being a watchdog, since it doesn’t bark to alert owners about strangers.
| Activity Level: | Slightly Active |
| Affection Level: | Affectionate |
| Kid Friendliness: | Friendly |
Appearance
| Colors: | Black, Black & White, White |
| Shedding: | Minimal |
| Grooming: | Low Maintenance |
| Coat Type: | Silky |
Schnug Pet Insurance
When adding a dog or cat to your family you want to make sure your pet is happy, healthy and protected. During its lifetime your pet is exposed to many illnesses and diseases and some breeds are affected by a congenital disease which is a condition existing at birth. At these moments when your pet is ill or maybe needs surgery, you want to be protected for the unexpected and high veterinarian costs.
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Breed Talents and Facts
| Training: | Moderately easy to train |
| Agile/Zippy: | Yes |
