German Pinscher

HISTORY

ORIGIN GERMANY

GROUP WORKING GROUP

The German Pinscher originated around 18th century Germany. They were bred from Doberman Pinschers and Miniature Pinschers. They were used as vermit hunters, and guard dogs.

APPEARANCE(S)

German Pinschers have a small to medium build. The head is long and the ears can be se. The ears can be drop or cropped to stand erect. They have a high tucked abdomen and the tail is usually docked short.

COLOR(S)

This breed is most commonly seen in black and tan, fawn, blue, or solid red.

COAT

The coat is short.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL

High

POSITIVES

The German Pinscher loves the family, their toys, and

THINGS TO CONSIDER

This breed will do better with older children, and will chase small animals and they can be food aggressive. Fox Terriers are known to dig in the yard when they are not given as much attention as needed.

*This is not a good breed for the first time dog owner

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do well in country or city.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This breed needs daily exercise and would benefit best if they have a job to perform.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

• Deafness

• Legg-Perthes disease

• Mast Cell tumors

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

American Fox Terrier Club of America
2590 Low Dutch Road
Gerrysburg PA, 17325

FUN FACT(S)

The 31st President of the United States, Herbert Hoover had two Fox Terriers named Big Ben and Sonnie.