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The German Pinscher is a breed of dog. They are good pets and
are active. The German Pinscher 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. These medium-sized
dogs descended from early European herding and guardian breeds
and were not related to the superficially similar terriers of
Great Britain.
Appearance: The German Pinscher is 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".
History: As the name would suggest the German
Pinscer is believed to have been bred in Germany and have
descended from early 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. As the name would suggest the German Pinscher is believed to have been bred in Germany and have descended from early European herding and guardian breeds.
The source of the German Pinscher can be followed back until 1836 when this breed surpassed the Mops in popularity. Pinschers were used as guard dogs for coaches. Nobody took a coach when a German Pinscher took care of it. They lived in homesteads where they were used to kill rats on their own. Even today you can observe German Pinschers searching for and finding rats without being trained in open areas and in homesteads.
The German Pincher was originally born in the same litter as the Standard Schnauzer. Over time, breeders decided to separate the the "varieties," changing the to actual "breeds". After three generations of the same coat were born, the Pinscher-Schnauzer club allowed them to be registered as their respective "breed".
From 1950 to 1958 no litter has been noticed. Credit is attributed to Werner Jung for collecting several of the breed in 1958 to continue the line. The German Pinscher came to the United States in the early 1980s, though accounts of singular German Pinschers appearing in the country before then have been noted. In 1985, the German Pinscher Club of America was started by various German Pinscher fanciers, most of whom are not longer active in the breed. At this time, the German Pinscher was shown in rare breed shows. They were also recognized by the United Kennel Club. Though the breed was near extinction in the 1950's, by the end of the 20th century, numbers were near 1000 in North America.
Temperment: Similar to the MinPin the German
Pinscher 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. Because of the German Pinscher's high prey drive, they should not be trusted off lead. Once they set their sights on a bunny rabbit or a mouse, they will not stop until they have attained what they have set out after. A well bred German Pinscher will be of an even temperment, a loving companion. Though in seeking to add a German Pinscher to your family, one should be mindful of the temperment of the puppy's parents, as not all German Pinschers are well suited house dogs. Temperament is hereditary.
A well bred German Pinscher can be trusted with small animals and children, though no dog should ever be left unsupervised with either. If the puppy shys away when you meet it, or you are unable to touch the mother, find a better breeder.
German Pinschers want to be part of the family. They are not happy kept outside, or in a kennel situation. They are happiest on the couch and in bed with the people they love. They are highly intelligent, quick learners who do not enjoy repetition in training. Once they understand what you want, they want to move on to learn something else.
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