In the spring of 2012, Don Sammons, the sole resident and proprietor of Buford, decided it was time to sell the 147-year-old town.
Mini Schnauzer - Photo by Llima. The Miniature Schnauzer originated in Germany and is believed to be a cross between a Standard Schnauzer and a Poodle as well as a breed such as an Affenpinscher. These compact little dogs (11-15 lbs) are generally low shedding and are recommended for folks with allergies.
Miniature Schnauzer History. As you can probably guess based on their schnitzel-sounding name, schnauzers are German dogs. Minis were originally bred on farms to hunt and catch rats and mice. By the late 1800s, this top dog became its own distinct breed.