Giant Schnauzer Breed Info

Energy ****
Trainng ***
Watchdog *****
Grooming ***

Giant Schnauzer are originated from Germany and also known as reisenschnauzer, Munchener
Size: max: 27.5 in (H), max: 80 lbs (W)
Color: salt, pepper or black
Coat: harsh, wiry outercoat with dense, soft undercoat, and beard and heavy eyebrows
Personality: brave, intelligent, protective, alert
Care: exercise, training, grooming, socialization
Known health problem: epilepsy, eye problems, albinism, hip and elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism
Group: working dogs

Good with children? yes, with adult supervision
Good with other pets? yes with supervision

Giant Schnauzer Club

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Giant Schnauzer dog originally came from lands of Wurrtemburg and Bavaria in Germany. It is categorized in the Herding dog breed group.

Farmers were quite fond of the standard-sized Schnauzer and thus wanted to breed a larger-sized version to drive cattle, so the Schnauzer was mixed with larger, smooth coated cattle driving dogs. The end result was a dog referred to as the 'Munchener'. It was smart, capable of handling cattle.

In time, the breed became more popular and were used as stockyard dogs, guard dogs, butcher dogs, and brewery dogs.

Eventually the name was changed to the 'Giant Schnauzer' and the breed was used as police dogs around World War I.


Giant Schnauzer dogs are fiercely loyal, and have kind nature. They make good family dogs, but because of the size they may be too rough for small children.
They may be a bit reserved with strangers and aggressive towards other dogs, but this is what makes them a top-rated watchdog with the ability to defend its family through force if needed.


Giant Schnauzer dogs require daily physical exercise. Long walks and hikes through the hills are a perfect activity to match this breed's active lifestyle.

Grooming requirements are 2 - 3 thorough brushings his each week to keep its wiry coat clean. Professional shaping, clipping, and scissoring are also recommended.



Early, consistent training is necessary for Giant Schanuzer, as this breed tends to be very willful and are highly intelligent dogs. Its ability to understand a command does not always translate into obedience.