Which statement describes a Schnauzer's coat and shedding tendency?

Which statement describes a Schnauzer's coat and shedding tendency?

• A. Single coat smooth; sheds heavily
• B. Double coat wire. Hypoallergenic shed less frequently
• C. Curly coat; sheds daily
• D. Triple coat; never sheds

Answer: (B)

Schnauzers have a double coat with a wiry outer layer and a softer undercoat, so their shedding is less noticeable when the coat is well groomed. This wiry, two-layer structure is what makes them often described as low-shedding, though no dog is truly allergy-free. Regular brushing and occasional hand-stripping help keep the coat tight and reduce loose hair. The other descriptions don’t fit because Schnauzers aren’t single smooth-coated, curly-coated with daily shedding, or a triple coat that never sheds.

Schnauzers have a double coat with a wiry outer layer and a softer undercoat, so their shedding is less noticeable when the coat is well groomed. This wiry, two-layer structure is what makes them often described as low-shedding, though no dog is truly allergy-free. Regular brushing and occasional hand-stripping help keep the coat tight and reduce loose hair. The other descriptions don’t fit because Schnauzers aren’t single smooth-coated, curly-coated with daily shedding, or a triple coat that never sheds.