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miniature schnauzer
noun
: any of a breed of schnauzers that are 12 to 14 inches (30 to 36 centimeters) in height at the withers and are classified as terriers
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From December 2023:First Dog Henry, Gov. Eric Holcomb's miniature schnauzer, passes away at 13
Ollie introduced himself Thursday on Henry’s former X page, recognizing the Holcomb pup that came before him.
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Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Nov. 2024
His two miniature schnauzers, Uggy and Princess, kept him company.
—Alex Vadukul, New York Times, 15 May 2024
Holcomb's miniature schnauzer Henry died in December at age 13.
—Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Jan. 2024
After work, he can be found taking his miniature schnauzer, Alfred, for a walk.
—Dana Rose Falcone, Peoplemag, 1 June 2023
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Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Nov. 2024
His two miniature schnauzers, Uggy and Princess, kept him company.
—Alex Vadukul, New York Times, 15 May 2024
Holcomb's miniature schnauzer Henry died in December at age 13.
—Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Jan. 2024
After work, he can be found taking his miniature schnauzer, Alfred, for a walk.
—Dana Rose Falcone, Peoplemag, 1 June 2023
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“Miniature schnauzer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/miniature%20schnauzer. Accessed 16 Dec. 2024.
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