Family: Pinscher/Terrier
Breed Group: Working Group
Origin: Germany
Date of Origin: 18th century
Originally used for: Ratter, vermin elimination, farm dog
Used today: Companion, hunting
Other Name(s): Deutscher Pinscher, Standard Pinscher, Rattenfanger
History of the Breed: The German Pinscher is actually closely related to the Schnauzer, both being born in the same litters up until the 20th century. Litters typically contained both smooth haired pups called pinschers, as well as course haired pups called schnauzers. The German Pinscher was
recognized for its ratting abilities. The beed was standardized in 1884 and was an early show breed in the 19th century. Unfortunatly, the German Pinscher attracted little attention,
and its numbers dipped nearly to the point of extinction by World War II. The German Pinscher’s descendant, the Miniature Pinscher, was called on to prevent the loss of the breed. Werner Jung is credited with single-handedly saving the breed.
Mr. Jung searched the farms in Germany for typical Pinschers and used these along with 4 oversized Miniature Pinschers and a black and red bitch from
East Germany to accomplish this task. Werner Jung smuggled this black and red German Pinscher bitch from East Germany at great risk to his safety. Most German Pinschers today descend from the Werner line. German Pinschers were
imported to America in the 1970’s and accepted into the American Kennel Club’s Miscellaneous Class in 2001, achieving full acceptance as a Working
breed January 1, 2003.
General Appearance: A muscular well balanced medium breed that is athletic and resembles a larger version of the Miniature Pincher. The skull is flat and the head slopes into a blunt wedge-shaped
muzzle when viewed from the front or from the side. The head has medium size dark oval eyes and high-set ears which may be cropped and erect or uncropped. If
uncropped the ears drop. The length of the leg is equal to the depth of the body. The chest has well sprong ribs with a well muscled loin.
The body is covered in a short dense coat that is smooth and shiny. The tail is typically docked between the second and third joint.
Height & Weight:
Height 17-20 Inches
Weight 25-35 Pounds
Coat: The German Pinscher has a short, dense, coat which is smooth and shiny.
Color: Red, Black and Tan, Blue and Tan and Fawn
Grooming needs: Low, the German Pinscher is an average shedder.
Temperament of Breed: Can be territorial and possessive of their owners and property. A Highly intelligent breed.
Friendly with children: Yes, with proper socialization
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, with proper socialization
Suitability as a watchdog: Excellent
Exercise Level: High
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Hip Dysplasia, Cataracts, Von Willebrand's disease (vWD)
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 12-14 Years
2007 AKC Ranking: 135
First Registered by the AKC: 2003
Registries: KC (UK), FCI (Group 2), ANKC (Group 6), AKC, CKC (Group 6), NZKC, UKC
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
German Pinscher Club of America
KD German Pinschers
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