The history of most designer hybrids remains quite a mystery. However, the Miniboz, a curious, fun-loving dog, is currently recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club, Designer Breed Registry, Designer Dogs Kennel Club, Dog Registry of America and the International Designer Canine Registry. Based on its recognition with American Clubs, it can be speculated that this designer breed is a native to the United States. The Miniboz shares its lineage with the spunky Boston Terrier and the courageous Schnauzer. The Boston Terrier is a brachycephalic breed that was actually created during the late 1800s, through the crossing of the French Bulldog and an English Terrier. These charming dogs were originally used as pit-fighting dogs due to their heavy stature. Fortunately the fighting is now outlawed, so the modern-day Boston Terrier is no longer as heavily built as their ancestors and they serve a more simple and pleasant life being a loyal companion to their owners. During the 1800s, breeders began crossing the Standard Schnauzers with the Affenpinscher and the Poodle. This eventually led to the creation of the Miniature Schnauzer, who was a strong-willed, wiry-haired dog recognized for its bearded facial hair that often gave the dog an "old-man" appearance. Though small, the Miniature Schnauzer was a hard-working breed that often hunted rats on farms and guarded flocks from wild animals.
