| The Giant Schnauzer
Other Names: Riesenschnauzer, Schnauzer - Giant
Country of Origin: The Giant Schnauzer originated
in Germany.
Height: males 26-28 inches (66-71 cm.) females
23-26 inches (58-66 cm.)
Weight: males 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg.) females
55-75 pounds (25-34 kg.)
Description: Giant Schnauzers are usually as long
as they are high resulting in a square shaped profile. This
breed has a beard and bushy eyebrows. Giant Schnauzers have
straight parallel legs and gracefully arching necks. The
Giant Schnauzer is in the Working group. |
Colors: Giant Schnauzers come in
solid black and salt & pepper
Coat: With no odor and shedding little to no hair,
Giant Schnauzers require weekly brushing to keep their
undercoats from matting. Twice a year the Giant Schnauzer
should be clipped all over. This is ideally done in the
spring and the fall.
Temperament: Confidant and bold, Giant Schnauzers
are excellent around children, devoted and good-natured.
This muscular and spirited breed requires a firm experienced
trainer.
Health Concerns: Generally Giant Schnauzers are a
healthy breed. |
Life Expectancy: The life expectancy of the Giant
Schnauzer is about 12-15 years.
Living Environment: Giant Schnauzers require daily
exercise and love to play. They have excellent stamina and
are extremely energetic. This breed thrives when allowed to
run and play in open spaces. |
