Around the turn of the century a dwarf
Schnauzer from the Frankfurt/Main area went on his way,
then still described as a rough haired Zwergpinscher (Miniature
Pinscher). Due to the different shapes, sizes and types
and the muddle of harsh, soft and silky coat textures,
it was no easy task to evolve a small dog with the appearance
and the characteristic qualities of his bigger brother,
the Schnauzer.