BREED :

GIANT SCHNAUZER

COUNTRY:

BAVARIAN REGION, Germany

CATEGORY :

WORKING

WEIGHT

HEIGHT

MALE :

100 lbs

25.5-27.5"

FEMALE :

90 lbs

23.5-25.5"

SIZE :

large

COLOR :

black or pepper & salt

PERSONALITY :

tranquil, steady, trainable, a patient friend even with children

USES :

In the 17th century, it was used to guard beer halls and butcher shops. Later, it was used in police work and by the military. Because of its size and its looks command respect, it is still esteemed as a watchdog and a bodyguard. It is an excellent companion dog but is not adapted to apartment living