German Pinscher

German Pinscher
Dog Breeds

German Pinscher Quick Facts

Size:
5/7
Grooming Requirements:
3/7
Exercise Needs:
6/7
Good with Other Dogs:
4/7
Watchdog Ability:
6/7

Introduction

The German Pinscher, also known at various times as the Deutscher Pinscher, the Reh Pinscher, the Medium Pinscher and the Standard Pinscher, is a medium-sized, energetic and watchful dog that makes an excellent guardian and family companion. The breed originated in Germany, where it was first recognized as a distinct breed in 1879. The first formal breed standard for the German Pinscher was written in 1884. Its name derives from the Germanic form of the French word “pincer,” which means “to seize” or “to nip”. The German Pinscher is an intense and proficient vermin-controller and rodent-killer. It was admitted into the American Kennel Club as a member of the Working Group in 2001.

The mature male or female German Pinscher ideally stands 17 to 20 inches high at the highest point of the withers and weighs between 25 and 40 pounds. Thd breed is easy to care for, as its short coat requires minimal grooming. Acceptable colors include red, black with red markings, blue with tan markings and fawn (called “Isabella”).

German Pinscher - History and Health

The German Pinscher has existed for centuries but was not subjected to managed breeding programs in Germany until the 1800s, where it was one of the foundation breeds in the development of the Doberman Pinscher and the Miniature Pinscher. Despite its name and appearance, the German Pinscher is actually closely related to the Standard Schnauzer, both of which descend from the now-extinct Rat Pinscher. The German Pinscher was selectively bred to seek out and kill

German Pinscher - Temperament & Personality

Halfway in size between a Miniature Pinscher and a Doberman Pinscher, the German Pinscher is a medium-sized powerhouse – fearless, imposing, and completely devoted to the family he loves. German Pinschers have big personalities and tend to believe the world revolves around them. They are fiercely protective of their territory and family, and despite their medium size make excellent guard dogs and can be counted on to take down an intruder with shocking efficiency. This

German Pinscher - Appearance & Grooming

The German Pinscher are compact, medium sized dogs with square proportions and are lean, muscular and powerful. They have a classic Pinscher appearance – blunt, wedge-shaped head, oval-shaped eyes, high set, alert, V-shaped ears that may or may not be cropped, teeth that meet in a strong scissors bite, and a black nose. The German Pinscher's tail is held slightly above horizontal, and is usually docked between the second and third joints. They have round,

German Pinscher - Pictures

The saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words”. Check out the many different German Pinscher Pictures and German Pinscher images. Get an in depth look at the German Pinscher and see the many things that this breed has to offer.

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