Dogs

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Germany
MOST SUITED AS Vermin Hunter, watchdog and family pet

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 45 - 50cm((17 1/2 - 19 1/2in)  

COAT
The German Pinscher's coat is smooth-haired and plain red, or black and tan.

CARE REQUIRED
The German Pinscher requires little grooming; an occasional brushing to remove dead hairs is all that is necessary.

CHARACTER
This happy, very intelligent and cunning dog is vigilant, alert, friendly, playful, patient with children, loyal to its own family, a sense of humour, brave, not squeamish, sober, and has considerable stamina. German Pinschers only bark when necessary.

TRAINING
This breed learns quickly and makes a keen pupil. It is necessary to be firm to some extent, but in a loving and consistent way. German Pinschers are capable of doing well in various
sporting activities.  

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
German Pinschers usually get on very well with children. Visitors will be announced with loud barking but then things usually calm down quickly. The dog will defend its territory, handler and the family to the end against those intent upon harm. Normally they get on without problems with other household pets.

EXERCISE
This breed has an average need for exercise. They enjoy running alongside you when you cycle, but should you perhaps be too busy then it will be happy with three turns around the locality, provided you also take time to play with the dog in the garden.