German Pinscher
With the energy and drive of all working breeds, the German Pinscher also displays the love and devotion that make him an outstanding companion.
Height: 17 to 20 inches at shoulder
Weight: 25 to 45 pounds
Coat: short and smooth
Life span: 12 to 14 years
Breed Group: Companion Dogs
The German Pinscher is muscular and agile, powerful yet graceful. A medium-sized dog with an elegant appearance, he's admired as much for his beauty as for his intelligence. He's a working breed and guard dog, and a devoted and loving family dog.
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General Characteristics
Amount of shedding
  
  
  
  
  
Apartment appropriate
  
  
  
  
  
Cold tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
Intelligence
  
  
  
  
  
Predatory tendencies
  
  
  
  
  
Tendency to bark or howl
  
  
  
  
  
Vigor
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Mouthiness
  
  
  
  
  
Sensitivity
  
  
  
  
  
Affectionate with family
  
  
  
  
  
Energy level
  
  
  
  
  
Good for novice owners