The Giant Schnauzer was bred as a working dog in Germany in the 17th century. Historically they assisted on farms by driving livestock to market and guarded the farmer’s property; later they moved into the city and guarded breweries, butchers’ shops, stockyards, and factories. They come in two color patterns, solid black and banded hairs of alternating white and black, known as salt and pepper. Their distinct beard and eyebrows are like those of other schnauzers’. Giant Schnauzers are a quiet breed, and they can be suspicious of strangers, but once introduced they are energetic and highly spirited.
Giant Schnauzers have a withers height between 23.5”-27.5” (60-70 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 55-90 lb (25-41 kg). The Giant Schnauzer has an overall body length of roughly 31”-36” (79-91 cm), standing height between 31”-36” (79-91 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-12 years.
The Giant Schnauzer was bred as a working dog in Germany in the 17th century. Historically they assisted on farms by driving livestock to market and guarded the farmer’s property; later they moved into the city and guarded breweries, butchers’ shops, stockyards, and factories. They come in two color patterns, solid black and banded hairs of alternating white and black, known as salt and pepper. Their distinct beard and eyebrows are like those of other schnauzers’. Giant Schnauzers are a quiet breed, and they can be suspicious of strangers, but once introduced they are energetic and highly spirited.
Giant Schnauzers have a withers height between 23.5”-27.5” (60-70 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 55-90 lb (25-41 kg). The Giant Schnauzer has an overall body length of roughly 31”-36” (79-91 cm), standing height between 31”-36” (79-91 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-12 years.
