Non-Sporting Group - Giant Schnauzer

The Giant Schnauzer, or Riesenschnauzer, worked as a cattle dog until the need for such an animal declined. Not as popular as the Standard and Miniature varieties, the Giant Schnauzer might have become extinct had it not proved itself an excellent guard dog in the First World War. However, it was not until after the Second World War that the deserved popularity was secured for this fine dog.

Coat: Harsh, hard, and wiry.

Color: Pure black, or pepper and salt.

Features: Strong head of a good length; dark, oval-shape eyes; neat, pointed ears; chest moderately broad; tail is set on and carried high, and is characteristically docked to three joints.

Size: Shoulder height: dogs25/-27/in, bitches 23/2-2S/2in. Weight: 73-77 lb.

Care: Regular stripping prevents the prized "hard coat" of the Giant Schnauzer from becoming soft and woolly.

Character: This intelligent dog makes a reliable, good-natured companion, which requires a fair amount of exercise.