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Learn about the Giant Schnauzer's personality, training, behavior, and suitability for different lifestyles. Find out how to socialize, exercise, and groom this athletic, intelligent, and protective breed.
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- They Are—As The Name Implies—Giant.
- They Have Hair and Not Fur, A Potential Plus For People with allergies.
- Haircuts (and Hair Maintenance) Become A Regular thing.
- They’Re Hot (Maybe Water) Dogs.
- They’Re called Velcro Dogs For Good reason.
- They Thrive with Proper Socialization.
- They’Re Intelligent Working Dogs.
- They Need Lots of exercise.
The second comment I get, often from those who own Mini Schnauzers, is “What?! Your first dog is a Giant Schnauzer?” Yep! And she’s the best. However, as a Giant Schnauzer enthusiast, I know they can be a handful of joy, personality, and…well…size. While giant schnauzers aren’t true giants like Great Danes or Irish wolfhounds, they’re tall! You’re ...
As someone with dog dander allergies, I was drawn to this breed because I discovered that I don’t react to hair. In fact, to make sure that I wasn’t allergic, I visited the breeder and cuddled a mom dog, rubbed my face in a puppy’s fur, let a puppy lick me, and rubbed their spit in my eye. (I know…) I was lucky not to have a reaction, but some peop...
Giants have a distinctive and distinguished look because of the Schnauzer cut that emphasizes their beard, eyebrows, and the furry “boots” on their legs. I love how they look. Bearded dogs remind me of gruff old men—which makes me laugh when I see Opti’s face. (It’s also part of the origin story of her name.) However, if you don’t shave your dog yo...
Giant schnauzers originated in cooler German climates. In the U.S., where many giants find their home in warmer places like California, Texas, and Florida, giants sometimes get hot and gravitate toward the water, be it the sea, kiddy pools, mud holes, buckets, or human-sized pools. Even before she began to swim, Opti was always the one dog at the p...
Giant Schnauzers are affectionate companions. While their desire to cuddle may vary, they’re known for loving their person and always wanting to be around them. Even though Opti isn’t a sit-in-my-lap-even-though-she’s-too-big dog, she’s been known to follow me to the bathroomon occasion, sometimes even bringing a snack.
They’re notorious for showing a strong preference for their owner(s) and can be fiercely territorial—a throwback to their breeding as a guard dog. Therefore if you want a dog that is confident and friendly to other people and dogs, proper socialization from a young age is critical. Many dog sites warned us away from getting a giant schnauzer as nov...
As noted earlier, giant Schnauzers thrive when given a job to do. When bored, they aren’t afraid of digging holes, kicking furniture, raising a racket, or destroying a pair of slippers. They make very good and natural watchdogs so you won’t have to train them much for this (though they’ll find the spots with the best views of the entryways, so be p...
Giant Schnauzer puppyhood can last until four years old or so (zoomies forever!) so be prepared to either give them lots of activity, deal with some wear and tear on your yard (RIP vegetable garden), and/or make sure you have a good dog walker(pack walks are best since they add more social time and activity!). On a standard day, we have to carve ou...
Feb 14, 2022 · TEMPERAMENT: Powerful, intelligent, strong-willed, kind, loyal, dominant. HYPOALLERGENIC: Yes. ORIGIN: Germany. Characteristics of the Giant Schnauzer. The giant schnauzer's personality is best described as confident, but the breed can border on aloof if improperly socialized.
His sound and reliable temperament, rugged build, and dense weather-resistant wiry coat make the giant schnauzer one of the most useful and enduring working breeds. The giant schnauzer is a powerful dog and needs a great deal of exercise.
The Giant Schnauzer is basically a square-proportioned dog with a short, straight back, alert carriage, and noticeable tuck-up. The tail is traditionally docked to the second or third joint, and whether docked or not, carried high and confidently.
Feb 8, 2023 · Giant Schnauzer Personality & Temperament. Both calm and loving, and assertive and bold; Naturally protective of home and family; Unlikely to be suitable for apartment living
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