Dogs
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
Traits
Activity
Social
At home
Care
Training
Guarding
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
