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Giant Schnauzer Dog Breed Facts
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Breed: Giant Schnauzer
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Also Called: Riesenschnauzer
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Height: The Giant Schnauzer is about 23.5 - 27.5 inches tall.
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Weight: The Giant Schnauzer weighs between 70-77 lbs.
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Colors: The Giant Schnauzer can be pure black, or pepper and salt.
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Physical Appearance: The Giant Schnauzer is a larger more powerful version of, but should resemble, the smaller, Standard Schnauzer. Nearly a square built dog in proportion of body length to height at withers. Ruggedly built, with a dense, weather-resistant coat. Usually salt and pepper in color or black.
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Temperament/Personality: The Giant Schnauzer is loyal and protective. Good with children and other pets. Makes a great watchdog.
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Care: The Giant Schnauzer needs it's wiry coat brushed daily with a short wire brush to prevent matting. Their coat should be stripped to prevent it from becoming soft and woolly. Pluck the coat twice a year, trim around the eyes and ears. Clean whiskers after meals.
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Health Concerns/Problems: The Giant Schnauzer dog breed has been known to have the following health issues: Cancer (especially toe cancer), Bloat, Epilepsy, and Hip Dysplasia.
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Training: The Giant Schnauzers enjoy mental and physical activity and are responsive and easily trainable, but will become bored with repetitive exercises. Keep in mind that they have their own ideas and will not follow every command. Known to do well in various sporting activities, especially defense dog trials.
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Activity: The Giant Schnauzers are an energetic dog and requires daily exercise of a long, brisk walk and off the leash play sessions. A fenced in yard is great for this breed.
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Life Span: The Giant Schnauzer lives an average life of 12-15 years.
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Litter Size: The Giant Schnauzer has an average litter of 5-8 puppies.
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Country of Origin: The Giant Schnauzer originated in Germany.
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Brief History: The Giant Schnauzer is a separate breed from the Miniature and Standard. Their country of origin is Germany. Breeds were developed for specific work in the 1600's, this breed was developed to be used as drovers of sheep and cattle and as a guard dog. Its coat was also influenced by weather and living conditions. Some of the breeds which were used in the development were the Standard Schnauzer, Great Dane, rough-haired sheep dogs and pos-sibly the Bouvier des Flandres. The breed was not that well known until World War I when it was used for police training.
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