German Pinscher
German Pinscher breeders can be found on our Network
| Alternative Name
Deutscher Pinscher
Basic Info
They are good pets and are active. The breed
originated in Germany and is included in the origins of
the Dobermann, the Miniature Pinscher, Affenpinscher,
Miniature Schnauzer, Giant Schnauzer and the Standard
Schnauzer. The Wire Haired and Smooth Haired Pinschers,
as the Standard Schnauzer and German Pinscher were
originally called, were shown in dog books as early as
1884. The picture at the right is by Malers Vernets (a
Frenchman) and drawn around 1780. These medium-sized
dogs descended from early European herding and guardian
breeds and were not related to the superficially similar
terriers of Great Britain. They are a medium sized dog
usually weighing between 25-45 pounds and typically
17-20 inches in height. Colors for this breed vary but
are similar to related descendant breeds such as the
Dobermann and the MinPin and include black and tan, red,
fawn, and blue and tan.There are also a few colors for
this breed that became extinct during the world wars of
the twentieth century. These include solid black and
"salt n' pepper".
Behavior
Similar to the MinPin this breed is of extremely high
intelligence and strong willed. They are generally very
friendly and playfull when properly socialized but care
must be used around young children.
Origin
Germany
History
European herding and guardian breeds. The breed
nearly became extinct after the World Wars. Credit is
attributed to [Werner Jung] for collecting several of
the breed after the war to continue the line
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