German Pinscher

The German Pinscher is a very good watchdog and companion. Size-wise they are bigger than the Miniature Pinscher and smaller than the Doberman. Their alertness, agility, stamina and intelligence make them suitable for conformation, obedience, tracking, and agility.

They have short coats that can be black, blue, brown, fawn or red; some have red or tan markings. The breed has highly developed senses, intelligence, aptitude for training, fearlessness, and endurance. They have fearless courage and tenacity if threatened. The German Pincher is a very vivacious dog, but not an excessive barker.

German Pinscher History:

The German Pinschers lineage can be dated back to the Tanner breed of the 14th century and the German Bibarhund of the 17th century. In 1879 the breed was formally recognised. The Doberman Pinscher, Miniature Pinscher and Schnauzer all descend from the German Pinscher breed.

Their quick, agile attributes made them skilled ratters, with an ability to clear out a stable or kitchen making them valuable dogs to countless German farmers and families. The first breed standard for the Pinscher was established in 1884. After the World Wards the German Pinscher faced extinction, however in 1958 the breed was revived when four large Miniature Pinschers were chosen and registered with the Pinscher-Schnauzer Club of West Germany. A female Pinscher from East Germany was smuggled in and was bred with three of these Miniature Pinschers. It is currently believed that all of the German Pinschers found today are related to these founders.