Thinking about new pup--mini schnauzer

[coltrane]

First time owner too.. doing research and kinda like mini schnauzers..  anyone have feedback?

[Butterbean]

I don't know anything about them other than they are cute!

[coltrane]

Totally are!  And unique and i guess smart..

[Princess L]

They don't shed  but need to be trimmed around the eyes (blunt nose scissors) and around the mouth and maybe a short clipping once or twice a year.  Probably should brush them often to prevent matting.  Otherwise low maintenance.  Haven't seen one in years.  Growing up, a girlfriend had 2. Schatzie and Heidi (how original  )  They were gray in color and needed some weight management 

[webcake]

A neighbour of mine had one (giant schnauzer)...........ended up getting it "de-barked" 

[coltrane]

A neighbour of mine had one (giant schnauzer)...........ended up getting it "de-barked" 

Debarked?  Is that possible?
also, are schnauzers known barkers?

[webcake]

Debarked?  Is that possible?
also, are schnauzers known barkers?

Yep.......very controversial procedure. I think it's illegal in most places (i'm in Sydney, Australia).

If i remember correctly, a family friend had one (mini) and it was very "vocal" and a bit snappy (biting)