Breed Standard of the Toy Schnauzer (
Spielzeugschnauzer)
For more then a decade a smaller version of the
Miniature schnauzer has come about. It is believed. in order to size down
this popular family breed, that smaller Toy breeds were introduced. This most
likely is true, and is not frowned upon. The Toy Schnauzer is bred to be a
small family pet. Suitable for city and apartment life. A great breed for both
the young and old alike. This developing breed has found popularity faster then
it has been developed. In Appearance he looks exactly like his
bigger cousin The Miniature Schnauzers. In Temperament, he has retained the
same intelligence, yet is calmer and quieter then his larger cousin. Because this is a
pet only breed, They come in a wide verity of coat colors. Coat types also
vary from the traditional hard coat of a miniature schnauzer . To
the more popular softer, wooly coat type. Because this is a pet. Inbreeding
is discouraged. Genetic diversity is a must. Other toy breeds with great consideration
may be added, as long as it does not take away the appearance or temperament
of the Toy Schnauzer ( spielzeugschnauzer). Allowable breeds are Toy
Poodle, Miniature pinscher, Maltese, Yorkshire Terrier.
General Appearance
The Toy Schnauzer is a Square, active dog of terrier
type, resembling his larger cousin, the Miniature Schnauzer, in general
appearance. of an alert, yet gentle, active disposition
Size - Never taller then 12 inches. He is sturdily built,
nearly square in proportion of body length to height
Head
Eyes - Small, and deep-set. They are oval in appearance and
keen in expression all eye color are expectable . Ears - When cropped, the
ears are identical in shape and length, with pointed tips. They are in balance
with the head and not exaggerated in length. They are set high on the skull and
carried perpendicularly at the inner edges, with as little bell as possible
along the outer edges. When uncropped, the ears are small and V-shaped, folding
close to the skull, Natural pricked ears are also allowed, but the Folding ear
is preferred.
Head The head is Small and rather flat on top, the skull not too
prominent or round,
The muzzle is strong in proportion to the skull; it ends
in a moderately blunt manner, with thick whiskers which accentuate the
rectangular shape of the head The bite neither ,undershot nor overshot and teeth
sound. Either scissors bite or level bite is acceptable.
Faults - Bite -
Undershot or overshot jaw.
Neck, Topline, Body
Neck - strong and well arched, blending into
the shoulders, and with the skin fitting tightly at the throat. Body short and
deep, with the brisket extending at least to the elbows. Ribs are well sprung
and deep, extending well back to a short loin. The underbody does not present a
tucked up appearance at the flank. The backline is straight; it declines
slightly from the withers to the base of the tail. The withers form the highest
point of the body. The overall length from chest to buttocks appears to equal
the height at the withers. Faults - Chest too broad or shallow in brisket.
Hollow or roach back.
Tail set high and carried erect. It is docked only long enough to be
clearly visible over the backline of the body when the dog is in proper length
of coat. Fault - Tail set too low.
Forequarters
Forelegs are straight and parallel when viewed from all
sides. They have strong pasterns and good bone. They are separated by a fairly
deep brisket which precludes a pinched front. The elbows are close, and the ribs
spread gradually from the first rib so as to allow space for the elbows to move
close to the body. Fault - Loose elbows.
The sloping shoulders are muscled, yet flat and clean. They are well laid
back, so that from the side the tips of the shoulder blades are in a nearly
vertical line above the elbow. The tips of the blades are placed closely
together. They slope forward and downward at an angulation which permits the
maximum forward extension of the forelegs without binding or effort. Both the
shoulder blades and upper arms are long, permitting depth of chest at the
brisket.
Feet short and round (cat feet) . The toes are arched and compact.
Hindquarters
The hindquarters have strong-muscled, slanting thighs.
They are well bent at the stifles. There is sufficient angulation so that, in
stance, the hocks extend beyond the tail. The hindquarters never appear
overbuilt or higher than the shoulders. The rear pasterns are short and, in
stance, perpendicular to the ground and, when viewed from the rear, are parallel
to each other. Faults - Sickle hocks, cow hocks, open hocks or bowed
hindquarters.
Coat
Coat types vary. A double, with hard, wiry, outer coat and
close undercoat, .or a soft wooly coat is also excepted. Soft is
preferred. When in Show condition, they will be clippered in the same appearance
as his larger cousin the Miniature Schnauzer. This is a pet foremost and should
be soft and huggable. Furnishings are fairly thick .All coat types are
non-shedding Faults - Coat too thin in appearance. Shedding
Color
All colors are recognize with the exception of the coat pattern
Brindle Disqualifications
Brindle coat pattern
Gait
The trot is the gait at which movement is judged. When
approaching, the forelegs, with elbows close to the body, move straight forward,
neither too close nor too far apart. Going away, the hind legs are straight and
travel in the same planes as the forelegs.
Note - It is generally accepted that when a full trot is achieved, the rear
legs continue to move in the same planes as the forelegs, but a very slight
inward inclination will occur. It begins at the point of the shoulder in front
and at the hip joint in the rear. Viewed from the front or rear, the legs are
straight from these points to the pads. The degree of inward inclination is
almost imperceptible in a Miniature Schnauzer that has correct movement. It does
not justify moving close, toeing in, crossing, or moving out at the
elbows.
Viewed from the side, the forelegs have good reach, while the hind legs
have strong drive, with good pickup of hocks. The feet turn neither inward nor
outward.
Faults - Single tracking, sidegaiting, paddling in front, Weak rear action.
Temperament
The typical Toy Schnauzer is alert and Kind, yet
obedient to command. He is friendly, intelligent and willing to please. He
should never be over aggressive or timid.
Disqualifications
Dogs or bitches over 12 inches
Color brindle
Any Dog or Bitch showing Aggressive or timid behavior
Roach back, Or too long in back, Fiddle
front, Excessive short legs
Effective March 28,
2008
