Large Working Group

Giant Schnauzer

Also called Munich Schnauzer and Riesenschnauzer

Great with kids
Needs space

The Giant Schnauzer is a large breed of working dog that originated in Germany. It is a powerful and athletic breed, with a thick, wiry coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are strong and muscular, and its tail is usually docked. The Giant Schnauzer is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys spending time with its family.

Weight: 55–86 lb (25–39 kg)
Height at the shoulder: 24–28 in (60–70 cm)
Life span: 12–14 years
Exercise: About 60 minutes a day
Coat: Medium, Wire
Origin: Bavaria/Württemberg, Germany (17th-19th century)

Traits

Family and friends

Children: Good with children
Other dogs: OK with other dogs
Strangers: Polite with strangers

Home and activity

Energy: Energetic
Apartment living: Needs space
Barking: Barks sometimes
Training: Easy to train

Care

Grooming: Frequent grooming
Shedding: Sheds a little
Drooling: Hardly drools

Temperament

Courageous Intelligent Loyal Protective Reliable Spirited

Coat colours

Black and salt and pepper

Males and females

Measure	Males	Females
Weight	60–86 lb (27–39 kg)	55–75 lb (25–34 kg)
Height	26–28 in (65–70 cm)	24–26 in (60–65 cm)

Recognized by

American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC), New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)