I don't have one but I want to get one. My friend has a 1 year old male. He is the cutest guy and his eyes and ears are so expressive. His ears are natural, meaning they are not docked and it's so cute when he flicks his ears this way and that.The are very playful and do love to chase but they are also devoted to their human companions. Mini Schnauzers can be barky but their bark sounds more like they're talking to you. They bark when someone at the door but they can be trained to bark or not bark at your command. They are obedient and intelligent but very aware of their surroundings. They were originally bred to chase rats and guard children during war times so any time they see something small and fast they'll chase after it. They're relatively healthy but tend to have sensitive skin and allergies. They are also prone to liver disease. Hopefully the one you are getting is from a good breeder and from good lines.They don't shed butrequire regular grooming. If you want the coat to remain wiry then I would suggest you find a groomer who hand strips dog's coats. If you get him clipped he'll lose the wiriness and the fur will become the typical soft fur. As soon as I met my friend's Schnauzer, I knew I had to get one. Good luck and I look forward to hearing more about yours!