German Pinscher

The German Pinscher (original name Deutscher Pinscher, FCI No. 184) is a medium-sized breed of dog,
a Pinscher type that originated in Germany. The breed is
included in the origins of the Dobermann, the Miniature
Pinscher, the Aenpinscher, the Standard Schnauzer
(and, by extension, the Miniature Schnauzer and Giant
Schnauzer). The breed is rising in numbers in the U.S.,
mainly due to their full acceptance to AKC in 2003. In
Australia, the breed is established with a rise in popularity
becoming evident.

Description
Westminster Kennel Clubs rst German Pinscher Best of Breed
winner, 2003[1]

years, in countries where the procedures are legal.[4]

Historically,[5] tail docking was thought to prevent rabies, strengthen the back, increase the animals speed,
and prevent injuries when working. For utilitarian reasons, ears also were cropped,[6] to prevent injuries while
working and increase the intense appearance of the canine and eliminate the subdued, puppy look of droopy
ears. Today, these are both done mainly for cosmetic reasons, though many accounts of injuries to undocked tails
and uncropped ears of unaltered dogs have been reported
and recognized by the American Kennel Club.[7] Cropping and docking should only be done by a licensed veterinarian. While the altered or natural state of a German
Westminster Kennel Clubs rst German Pinscher Best of Oppo- Pinscher should not aect a judges decision in the show
site Sex winner, 2003[1]
ring, prejudices do exist. Even many foreign judges who
ociate at AKC events comment on how they appreciate
The German Pinscher is a medium-sized dog, usually seeing dogs docked and cropped.
weighing between 2545 pounds (1120 kilograms) and
typically 1720 inches (4351 centimetres) in height,
with a short coat.[2] Colors for this breed include black
and rust, red, fawn, blue and tan. The ideal German 2 History
Pinscher is elegant in appearance with a strong square
build and moderate body structure, muscular and pow- The Wire Haired and Smooth Haired Pinschers, as the
erful endurance and agility.[3] For all countries where the Standard Schnauzer and German Pinscher were originally
Fdration Cynologique Internationale standard applies, called, were shown in dog books as early as 1884. Howonly black and rust and solid red are allowed colors. Col- ever drawings of the German Pinscher date back to at
ors that became extinct during the world wars of the twen- least 1780,[8] and the breed likely traces its roots to varitieth century include solid black, salt-and-pepper, and eties of ratters well established on farms in Germany as
harlequin.
far back as the 15th century.[9] These medium-sized dogs
German Pinschers customarily have their tails docked descended from early European herding and guardian
and ears cropped, as has been done for over 200 breeds.
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HEALTH AND TEMPERAMENT

From 1950 to 1958, no litter had been registered. Credit

is attributed to Werner Jung for collecting several of the
breed in 1958 to continue the German Pinscher as we
know the breed today.
The German Pinscher came to breeders in the United
States in the early 1980s, though accounts of singular
German Pinschers appearing in the country before then
have been noted. In 1985, the German Pinscher Club
of America was started by various German Pinscher
fanciers, most of whom are no longer active in the breed.
At this time, the German Pinscher was shown in rare
breed shows. They were also recognized by the United
Kennel Club.
Drawing of a German Pinscher and a Miniature Pinscher (Pinscher und Zwergpinscher), 1888.

The German Pinscher gained full acceptance by the

Canadian Kennel Club in 2000. The CKC named Ch
Othello des Charmettes its rst Champion on April 20,
2000. The German Pinscher gained full acceptance by
the American Kennel Club in 2003. The AKC named
Ch Riwards Rollin Rocs Rusty (Jambo de la Capelliere
[10]
x Windamirs Zarra) its rst Champion on January 8,
2003.
In 2004, the German Pinscher competed at its rst
Westminster Kennel Club.[11] The Best of Breed winner
was Ch. Windamir Hunter des Charmettes(Windamirs
Sayzar x Lot T Da Des Charmettes). The Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed was Ch. Windamirs Chosen
One[12] (Tanners Morning Star x Windmirs A-blazin at
RGs).

2.1 Extinct varieties

There are several now-extinct varieties of the German
Pinscher:[13]

Typical red German Pinscher female

Schweizer Pinscher (also called the Jonataler Pinscher, Psterlinge, Silberpinsch, Swiss Salt and Pepper Pinscher, Swiss Shorthair Pinscher)
Seidenpinscher (also called the German Silky Pinscher, Silky Pinscher)

The source of the German Pinscher can be traced back to

1836 when this breed surpassed the Mops in popularity.
Pinschers were used as guardians for coaches. They also Some of these may have recently been re-formed from the
lived in homesteads where they were used to kill vermin, German Pinscher and marketed as rare breeds for those
a job they did by instinct, as such behavior did not need seeking unique pets.
to be trained into the breed. Even today you can observe
German Pinschers searching for and nding rats in open
areas and in homes. This high prey drive is a good rea- 3 Health and temperament
son not to leave a German Pinscher o lead outside of a
fenced area.

3.1 Temperament

The Standard Schnauzer (then referred to as the Wire

Haired Pinscher) was originally born in the same litter as
the German Pincher. Over time, breeders decided to separate the varieties, changing them to actual breeds.
After three generations of the same coat were born, the
Pinscher-Schnauzer club allowed them to be registered as
their respective breed.

A well-bred German Pinscher will be a loving companion

with an even temperament. Temperament is hereditary.
When considering adding a German Pinscher to a family,
it is advised to be able to meet and touch the mother of
the puppy you are oered. German Pinschers are generally friendly dogs. They are highly intelligent, quick

4 References
[1] 2004 Breed Results: German Pinscher. The Westminster Kennel Club. Retrieved 2013-01-29.
[2] German Pinscher: Frequently Asked Questions. The
German Pinscher Club of America.
[3] American Kennel Club. German Pinscher - American
Kennel Club. akc.org.
[4] Tail docking information from the Council of Docked
Breeds. Cdb.org. Retrieved 2013-01-29.

German Pinscher at the beach

learners who do not enjoy repetition in training. A wellbred German Pinscher can be trusted with small animals
and children, though no dog should ever be left unsupervised with either. If the puppy shies away when faced
with strangers, it may be a sign of poor breeding.
German Pinschers are very energetic working dogs, in
many cases requiring several hours of exercise a day. Accordingly, a large, securely fenced yard is highly recommended for anyone considering the breed as a pet.

[5] Frequently asked questions about canine tail docking.

Archived from the original on 16 Mar 2009. Retrieved 7
Nov 2014.
[6] http://bakaridobes.westhost.com/publiceducation/
PECEars.html
[7] http://www.akc.org/pdfs/canine_legislation/position_
statements/Ear_Cropping_Tail_Docking_and_
Dewclaw_Removal.pdf
[8] The German Pinscher Club of America, Breed History.
Retrieved 07/03/2009
[9] Sharon Morgan & Dee Gannon, The German Pinscher
(Comprehensive Owners Guide)" Kennel Club Books Special edition, ISBN 978-1-59378-355-6 (November
29, 2006), p. 9.

German Pinschers and water do not go well together. This

breed will tolerate baths just to make their owner happy;
[10] http://windamirsgermanpinschers.com/capelliere/
otherwise, they shun water at all costs.
This dog will not bark unnecessarily.

jambo.jpg

[11] http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org show

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Health

[12] Chosen One. chosenattara.com.

[13] Deutscher Pinscher. geocities.com. Archived from the

Due to the small gene pool of the German Pinscher,

original on 26 October 2009.
breeders should health test their dogs for hereditary
cataracts, hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia, von Wille- [14] Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Oa.org. Retrieved 2013-01-29.
brand disease, thyroid disorder, and with the increased in[14]
cidences of cardiac disease due to irresponsible breeding practices, German Pinschers suspect for heart issues
5 External links
should be removed from all breeding programs.
German Pinscher at DMOZ

Pinscher puppy sleeping

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