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Anyone who has ever seen Lady and the Tramp has seen Winston. This little fellow looks just like Tramp! And what an artist he is! Do you see his paw prints on this fine piece of art? Make sure you are viewing him on his webpage at www.petrescuebyjudy.rescuegroups.com so that you can view all his photos and video.
Winston is a real velcro dog, loves his people, wants to be by them all time, even cries when they aren't there. It's no wonder - he is one of the dogs that survived the fire at Seminole County Animal Shelter! Wow! We should call him Smokey! At first you think, "Boy, isn't he lucky!" But then you have to remember how long ago that was, and he still hasn't found a forever home. I can't believe it! He is adorable, on the smaller size, housetrained... what more could you ask for? And if ever there was a dog that wanted a forever home with people to love, it was our friend Winston. I really don't want this guy to wait another day. Do you?

PS - When I went to review this page the first time, a photo of Champ popped up in the top left corner. I was struck by how much Champ and Winston look alike! Since we know Champ is a labadoodle, I'guessing Winston's second breed is poodle, especially since he has a soft coat. That would make him a Schnoodle?

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Standard Schnauzer is probably the oldest of the three Schnauzer breeds. They are originally a German breed, named after the German word for muzzle, "Schnauze." They were used to accompany coaches, as messengers in World War I, and as vermin hunters and guards in stables and on farms. The breed was used to watch children, and even given the name "kinder watcher." Schnauzers have also been successfully trained as livestock guardians and as retrievers. The breed has been portrayed in paintings and tapestries of several European artists, including Rembrandt and Durer, who owned one. Today, it is esteemed as a watchdog and body guard, but above all, as a very lovable, spirited, loyal, intelligent companion. Some of the Standard Schnauzer's talents include: hunting, tracking, retrieving, watchdogging, guarding, military work, agility, competitive obedience, and performing tricks.

The Standard Schnauzer is a fearless and protective dog. It makes a great watch and guard dog. It is lively, but not restless. High-spirited and affectionate, it has a personality of a Terrier. Clever, intelligent, demanding, and playful, Standard Schnauzers need companionship and are good dogs to travel with. This breed has a high learning rate, but can be quite willful and needs firm training. Standard Schnauzers may be very protective and dominant, guarding objects, places and people from other people. They should be socialized well when they are young to prevent over-protectiveness later in life. These energetic dogs need energetic and dominant owners, one who has the ability clearly demonstrate that they are the boss and not the dog. This breed does best with older considerate children. They have a life expectancy of 15 or more years.