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| Breed Group : | Working |
| Weight : | male: 65-90 lbs ( 30-41 kg ) ; female : 65-90 lbs (30-41 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 25.5-27.5 inches ( 65-70 centimeters ); female: 25.5-27.5 inches ( 65-70 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | Giant Schnauzer breed came from Germany. They are bred to be herds, guards, ad good friends to people. They are not so many in the United States but they are getting popular nowadays. Being largest among the three types of Schnauzer breeds, Giant Schnauzer breed can also be considered as cattle dog. |
| Breed Character Information : | This dog breed is very large and strong yet elegant. They can endure harsh weather and they also have the independent attitude. They are proud but loyal to their family or master. The Giant Schnauzer is also trustworthy of the tasks that are given to them. |
| Breed Coat Information : | The dog breed Giant Schnauzer has a double coat. There is a thick and harsh outer coat as well as the soft and thick under coat. The eyes and muzzle have longer hair that makes it bushy and distinctive. There is a longer hair on the legs than the body coat. There are only two colors that the coat shows. These are the pepper or pure black. They shed just a little amount of hair to no hair. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | This responsible breed is a very protective pet. They are very intelligent too and are good to be watch dogs. The owner should also understand their dog very much. Owners should be able to take care of this dog breed and there are also types of people who cannot own the Giant Schnauzer. They are the Novice owner, sedentary owner and the families with two careers. They should definitely have time for their pet. The Giant Schnauzer breed is nice to older children at home considering that they are well behaved. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | The characteristics and temperament of this dog breed have to be considered when you want to buy it from Giant Schnauzer breeders or adopt it from the Giant Schnauzer rescue. You can see differences between different puppies and you have to determine it before buying one. You cannot treat one the same way you treat your other pets. |
| Breed Activity Information : | They require much exercise to stay physically fit. They enjoy family session very much especially when it is related to games. They cannot dwell in apartment and as much as possible, there should be a large yard where they can run freely. |
| Breed Care Information : | Brushing and combing the coat weekly is enough for the Giant Schnauzer breed. It will prevent the under coat from matting and tangling. They have to be clipped by a professional four times a year. Trim the hair around the eyes and ears and the whisker should be cleaned after meals. |
| Breed Training Information : | This Breed should be exposed to people, and other animals(dogs) as a puppy. They should also be trained to obedience because it is very much needed. The person that will train this breed should be firm and very patient,because it may take a while to train it. Dogs will not learn when given harsh treatments because they would not respond to it. This dog breed is very intelligent and is very motivated to please. They are fast learners too that is why trainers would not be having a hard time to train this pet. This breed is a good companion so people must also treat them very well. |
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