Terrier Characteristics Not in Common with the Miniature Schnauzer


	General Appearance Std. Sch. Similarities Std. Sch. Differences What is Terrier Type Terrier Similarities Terrier Differences The Terrier Front
	Size, Proportion, Substance
	Head
	Neck
	Body
	Outline
	Tail
	Forequarters
	Hindquarters
	Coat
	Color
	Gait
	Temperament
	Disqualifications


Earthdog Type Terrier	Miniature Schnauzer
Temperament: Bold, gay, confident, lively, tip-toe of expectation, alert, quick of movement. A temperament that will allow the dog to fight, chase, or kill its quarry in the varmint’s territory in absolute darkness.	Temperament: Alert and spirited, yet obedient to command. Friendly, intelligent, and willing to please. Temperament for an all-round farm and stable dog and ratter who does not go to ground.
Narrow chest and body - for maneuvering in a tunnel.	Ribs well sprung, extending well back to short loin. Not tucked up.
Terrier front - for maneuvering in a tunnel (see a terrier front)	Both the shoulder blades and upper arms are long - a working dog front.
Tail docked long - used as a handle to pull the dog out of a tunnel	Tail docked only long enough to be clearly visible over the backline.
Built for speed and endurance - following a fox or a horse	Robust build.
Level topline	Backline declines slightly from withers to tail.