- Fact 2 - Description and Definition
of German Pinschers: This breed of dog is a medium to giant
size, strong working dog with a dark, smooth short coat often
with red or tan markings.
- They are considered suitable as a
family pet
- Fact 3 - Size: The weight of German Pinschers range
from 23 - 35 pounds
- Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from
16 - 19 inches, up to the shoulder
- Fact 5 - Alternative Names of German Pinschers
and Nicknames: Pinchers (mis-spelling)
- Fact 6 - Coat and colors of German Pinschers: The coat is normally
short and smooth
- Fact 7 - Life of German Pinschers: the life
expectancy of this breed of dog is between 10 - 15 years
- Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds
are separated into different dog types which are referred to as
Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for German Pinschers is the
Working dog breed
- Fact 9 - After the first year of
life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16
human years!
- After 2 years, they are equivalent
to a 24 year old
- After 3 years, they are equivalent
to a 30 year old
- Every year after add five
human years to determine the equivalent age of the dog
- Fact 10 - Choosing German Pinschers as pets!
The following considerations should be taken into account when
choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
- How much it will cost to feed and
train the dog?
- How much time will it take to groom
the dog?
- How much time will it take to
exercise the dog on a daily basis?
- Are German Pinschers suitable for
children?
- How much will it cost for vet
bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
- Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is
susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. German Pinschers are
prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
- - Hip Dysplasia (abnormal
development of hip joints)
- Fact 12 - German Pinschers were originally bred
to help with various jobs and tasks such as:
- - Catching mice and rats
- - Guarding premises
- Fact 13 - Breeding German Pinschers for
appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
- Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85%
of dogs visit a vet in a year
- Fact 15 - The average cost of
owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated
as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs
to raise German Pinschers
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