Known to many as the “the dog with the human eyes,” Schnauzers has iconic mustaches and a boisterous attitude; these dogs will surely bring joy to any household. Want to know more about them?
Check out these interesting facts about schnauzers you may have never heard of.
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#1 They like water
![Schnauzer dog drinking eater from river with blue light reflection](https://www.thepaws.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/photo-1510058958399-08c75ff9f025-608x456.jpeg)
#2 They are friendly and very loving pets
![Schnauzer dog running outdoors](https://www.thepaws.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/photo-1542366065-e17e94633155-608x406.jpeg)
#3 They like to travel
![Schnauzer dog peeking behind the driver's seat inside the car](https://www.thepaws.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/photo-1532898633694-d13aa0d6a987-608x426.jpeg)
#4 They have a regal look that makes them come off as being snobby
![Schnauzer sitting in the in grass and flowers](https://www.thepaws.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/photo-1563805899529-b76442afe490-608x456.jpeg)
#5 They’re clever
![Schnauzer with a nerdy glass and ribbon necktie](https://www.thepaws.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/9F057FC1-4652-4799-896B-1CC0C1230E47-608x608.jpeg)
#6 They come in different sizes and a variety of colors
![Schnauzer puppy in car waiting](https://www.thepaws.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/3C342C85-6F60-4008-BAB2-AD9C08F35D48-608x585.jpeg)
#7 They are used as integral parts of search and rescue teams
#8 They guard your home and family
#9 They let you know when something isn’t right
![white Schnauzer dog with a cute begging face](https://www.thepaws.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/FF2CC4FF-1D9E-40A2-B095-A4E9CA03C09F-608x811.jpeg)
#10 Each size of this breed has a slightly different temperament
![chocolate brown Schnauzer sitting on a table](https://www.thepaws.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/015DDD5E-DA9B-4C55-AE01-B722E1209EAB.jpeg)
#11 Schnauzers have a higher mental capacity than some other dog breeds
#12 They need to be active and busy to be truly happy
#13 They enjoy being the center of attention
#14 You need a strong leash to control your schnauzer
![Schnauzer playing piano](https://www.thepaws.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/789915A5-5854-4034-A7EB-E3F9DE2045E8.jpeg)
Linda Moreno says
Hi I have a 7 month old schnauzer whom I’ve had since she was 6 weeks old. My husband and I have tried everything to train her to potty outside. Now she does know the way to go outside and I have a bell for her to ring but now and then will have a potty prob. Need advice!!