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Physical characteristics The Miniature Schnauzer comes in a very convenient size. He measures 12 to 14 inches (30 to 35 cm) at the top of the shoulder, which makes him a substantial little dog—bigger and more robust than the Toy breeds, but small enough to adapt to any size home. He has a neat, square body, which is complemented by a head roughly shaped like a brick. He moves with a forward-reaching, purposeful gait, which sums up his outgoing personality. The coat is harsh and wiry, but it is the furnishings—the areas of longer hair—that make the Mini Schnauzer so distinctive. In con- trast to the tight-fitting coat on his body, he has longer hair on the

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