Pinscher (German)
Breed Profile
Group: Working
Colour: All solid colours from fawn to stag red. Black and blue with reddish/tan markings
Lifespan: 12 to14 years
Pinschers are lively, alert and courageous.
Owner's Guide
Energetic, inquisitive and tenacious, German Pinschers are also responsive and biddable. They are unlikely to back down in a fight and need proper socialization with other dogs to prevent problems.
Originally bred: to hunt and kill mice and rats.
Special characteristics
This dog is feisty and playful, with an inquisitive nature.
Exercise requirements
High. Needs to burn off energy.
Attitude to
Owners: affectionate, loyal
Children: good if raised with them
Other pets: may kill small pets
Strangers: friendly if well socialized
Unfamiliar dogs: can be problematic unless well socialized
Perfect owner
Experienced, active, strong-willed owner who has time to socialize, train and play with this energetic and lively dog.
Potential problems
May display status-related aggression to gentle owners.
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