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German Pinscher

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German Pinscher

Other names: Standard Pinscher, Glatthaariger Pinscher, Pinscher, Smooth-haired Pinscher, Deutscher Pinscher, German Pinscher

Watchdog, guarding, agility, obedience, tracking, hunting (ratter, not a gun dog), therapy dog, tricks, search &rescue.

Origin
Germany
Size
Medium
Height · Male
45–50 cm
Height · Female
45–50 cm
Weight · Male
14–20 kg
Weight · Female
14–20 kg
Life expectancy
12–14 years
Litter
6–8 puppies
FCI
FCI group 2 · 2 · n.º 184
AKC
Working Group · #145
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Traits

Activity

Energy level
Playfulness
Jogging partner

Social

Affection with family
Good with other dogs
Good with other pets

At home

Tendency to bark

Care

Ease of grooming

Training

Trainability
Obedience
Learning ability
Problem solving
Intelligence

Guarding

Guard dog
Watchdog

Temperament

His lively, spirited, self assured and evenly tempered nature combined with intelligence and endurance makes him an agreeable family, watch and companion dog.

History

The smooth haired Pinscher represents a very old breed which was mentioned in the German Stud Book for dogs in 1880 already. He has the same ancestors as the Schnauzer which was also called the rough coated Pinscher. From the beginning the smooth haired Pinschers differed from the rough haired specimen in their colour and their short coat. They were mostly black with light brown markings, self coloured in various shades of brown to red, pepper and salt or simply blue-grey to black.

Care

The German Pinscher requires a lot of exercise. They will enjoy running alongside you when you bicycle, playing in the yard, or a walk around the block. Walks per day should also be sufficient. This eager little breed is sure to keep your on your toes.

Exercise, socialization, supervision with children, firm but gentle discipline as well as training.

Health

The strong, smooth, glossy coat requires little grooming. An occasional brushing to remove dead hair is all that is needed. This breed is an average shedder.

Training

It is a dog easy to train and learns with pleasure. The training must be gentle but firm and consistent. They like the canine sportive activities.

Coat & grooming

A casual brushing and more often in the moulting period is enough for the grooming of this dog.

Fun facts

The German Pinscher is a very active dog, requiring lots of daily exercise. This is not a kennel dog; the German Pinscher needs care, training, and companionship. If you are gone all day and out several nights a week, the German Pinscher will find ways to

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