Schnese

The Havanese is a sturdy little toy dog that presents a slightly longer than tall outline with a unique topline that rises slightly from withers to croup, distinguishing it from other toy breeds. Standing between 8.5 and 11.5 inches at the shoulder, with the ideal height being 9 to 10.5 inches, and weighing 7 to 13 pounds, the Havanese should never appear fragile despite its small size. The breed possesses good bone and substance, creating a compact body that is surprisingly solid when picked up. The slightly rectangular outline, combined with moderate angulation in both the front and rear assemblies, contributes to the breed's characteristic springy, flashy gait that is unique among toy breeds. The Havanese coat is perhaps its most distinctive feature, consisting of a soft, lightweight double coat that may be straight, wavy, or even form cords in some individuals. The adult coat typically reaches 6 to 8 inches in length and possesses a silky, pearly texture that has earned the breed the nickname of the Havana Silk Dog. Unlike many double-coated breeds, both the outer coat and undercoat of the Havanese are soft, without the harsh guard hairs typically associated with double coats. All colors and color combinations are acceptable by the breed standard, with the breed displaying over 20 color variations including cream, gold, black, blue, silver, chocolate, and various parti-color combinations. The Havanese head is broad with a moderately rounded skull and a stop that is moderate rather than abrupt. The muzzle is relatively short but not flat or snipey, maintaining good proportions with the skull. The large, almond-shaped eyes are dark brown with a soft, intelligent, mischievous expression that is essential to proper breed type and reflects the breed's playful character. The drop ears are set high, hang down close to the cheeks, and are covered with long feathering. The plumed tail is set high and carried arched forward over the back, creating an elegant silhouette. The breed's movement is unique among toy dogs, characterized by a springy, ground-covering gait that appears effortless and demonstrates the agility for which the Havanese was developed as a companion and performer.

The Miniature Schnauzer is a small, robust terrier-type dog that presents a nearly square profile with a sturdy, compact build and substantial substance. Standing between 12 and 14 inches at the shoulder and weighing 11 to 20 pounds, this breed combines small stature with considerable bone structure and muscular development throughout its frame. The body should appear nearly square when viewed from the side, with the height at the withers approximately equal to the body length measured from the point of shoulder to the point of buttocks. Despite their small size, Miniature Schnauzers are not delicate or toy-like in appearance, conveying instead an impression of strength, activity, and robust health. The breed's double coat consists of a hard, wiry outer coat and a close, soft undercoat that provides protection and insulation. Recognized colors include salt-and-pepper, which creates a characteristic gray appearance through banded hairs of alternating light and dark shades; black-and-silver, featuring a solid black body with silver markings on the eyebrows, muzzle, chest, and legs; and solid black throughout the entire coat. The coat requires regular professional grooming, typically every five to eight weeks, with hand-stripping preferred for show dogs to maintain proper texture and wiry quality, though most pet owners opt for clipping which is easier but may soften the coat over time. The Miniature Schnauzer's most distinctive features are its bushy eyebrows and prominent beard and mustache, which give the breed its characteristic alert, intelligent, and somewhat dignified expression. The head is rectangular and strong, with a powerful muzzle and flat, unwrinkled skull that creates clean lines. The eyes are small, deep-set, and dark brown, conveying a keen, lively expression that reflects the breed's alert nature. The ears may be cropped to a point or left natural, in which case they fold forward in a V-shape close to the skull. The neck is strong and arched, blending smoothly into well-laid shoulders. The tail is traditionally docked but is increasingly left natural in many countries. The breed moves with a quick, lively, ground-covering gait that demonstrates its energetic nature and terrier heritage.