Life expectancy

14 years

Age adult

14 months

Height (Shoulder height)

46 cm

Weight

18 kg

Coat texture

short-haired / smooth / dense

Coat color

deer-red, red&brown,black&red

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation / eye diseases / ear diseases

Food expenses per month in €

about € 47

Suitable for children

Rather not

Needs a garden

Rather not

Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment

Rather yes

First dog suitable

Rather not

Allergy friendly

Rather not

Athletic

Attention

Care and grooming

Eager to learn

Exercise

Nature

vivacious / alert / curious / strong-willed, determined / agile / cheeky, fresh / confident / impulsive

Bred for

rat and mouse hunting / guard house and farm

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation / eye diseases / ear diseases

Dog type according to FCI

pinscher and schnauzer - molossoid - swiss mountain and cattledogs

FCI description

Section 1 Pinscher and Schnauzer. These were once farm dogs that kept house and stables free of mice and rats. They also protected against intruders and accompanied the carts. They are often independent, suspicious of strangers and vigilant.

Section 2 Molossoids. These great dane-like dogs were used in the war as fighting dogs and in the Middle Ages for big game hunting. Later for guarding large estates. They are big, defensive dogs who protect and defend their family. They need a loving education early on and must not be armed in any way, otherwise the strong animals get out of control. Also the mountain dogs were typical house and yard dogs which are ready to defend but little aggressive. With same-sex conspecific, they get along however usually less well because of its distinctive precinct-behavior.

Section 3 Swiss Mountain Dog. These worked as herd prodection dogs or guard dogs in alpine valleys or pulled milk carts. They are independent, territorial and guarded house, yard and livestock.

Many dogs from this group grow very big, have a strong personality and need patient training. They can become great partners for life if you have enough space and time. Others are small, but still stubborn and want to be challenged so that their activity and vigilance can be lived out and not used against others.

Short description

The Pinscher is a very active dog, that needs a lot of activites and is quite suitable for canine sports. If his owner is not very strict, he quickly learns to outplay them and is not very obedient. Therefore, he is not suitable for families with little children . He is shy around strangers and needs early socialization.