All about German Pinchers

Dogs of different breeds and sizes have long taken the place of the most popular pets. They not only perform the functions of guards and companions in hunting, but also become full-fledged family members for a person. Among the variety of dog breeds should be distinguished German Pincher, who are notable for their attractive exterior and character traits.

The Deutscher Pinscher is a medium sized dog with smooth hair, originally from Germany. Previously, the breed was used as a guard dog accompanying stagecoaches. However, these functions gradually faded into the background, and the German Pinschers became excellent companions for humans. The first standard for pinschers was described in 1880, and the breed was registered four years later. In the postwar years, the demand for dogs of this breed declined sharply, and it was only in 1958 that work began to increase the number of such animals. In the 1980s, in order to maintain and strengthen the genetic potential of pets, Pinscher was crossed with Doberman, which had a positive effect on the result.

Today, a purebred German Pinscher stands out for his proud posture, smooth body curves and relief muscles. According to the description of the dog and the FCI standards, pinchers should have a height at the withers in the range from 45 to 50 centimeters, with a weight of about 14-20 kilograms. Sexual dimorphism is expressed moderately. In dogs of this breed, the skull has an elongated shape with a protruding occipital protuberance, the frontal bone is flat, and the foot is moderately expressed by the standard. The muzzle of the animal resembles a blunt wedge, the lines of the nose are straight with a black lobe. The lips are pigmented, have a dark color, jaws with a scissor bite.

The eyes of the dogs are oval, with dark, close-fitting eyelids, triangular ears on the cartilage, the ends hang down, are high. With the standard length of the ears, they should not be above the top of the skull. The tail and ears can be stopped at an early age, but this is not a requirement for the breed. The dog's neck position is curved, it is of medium size, with a smooth transition to the withers. The body of the pinschers looks square, with a slight inclination to the tail, and the chest is broad, oval-shaped.

Smooth-haired pincher can be monophonic or black and tan. Allowable color options are considered brown, fur, red and red. The burns are concentrated above the eyes, limbs and chest. Can be placed on the hind legs and in the genital area. In dogs of this breed often develop genetic ailments. Among the main diseases that pincher can suffer from, it is necessary to distinguish dysplasia of the hip joints and von Willebrand disease, which concerns low blood clotting. In addition, animals may be prone to allergic reactions. However, such cases are not as common, therefore, veterinarians position the breed as strong, with well-developed immunity.

The breed is not devoid of strengths and weaknesses. The advantages of dogs include the following qualities.

• Animals stand a mischievous and good-natured disposition, which, of course, is an indisputable advantage when choosing a pet. In addition, dogs are very loyal to their breeder, therefore they become excellent companions and protectors. Pinchers are non-aggressive, which makes it possible to keep a dog in a house where there is a small child.
• Despite their small size, such four-legged comrades are perfectly trainable and do not demonstrate stubbornness.
• German Pinschers can be kept in apartments and private houses.
• Pinchers will be happy to accompany a person on cycling or other outdoor activities.
• Due to the characteristics of their wool mini-dogs do not cause much inconvenience in terms of cleaning. Also, this feature greatly facilitates the care of pets.
• Animals have a pronounced intelligence.

Among the negative features should be highlighted:

• the dog requires mandatory two long walks;
• animals need competent and early socialization in order to properly raise a reliable friend for the family in the future.

Pincher as a pet is characterized on the positive side, since it has a balanced character and is distinguished by high intelligence. Dogs are sociable, love to play. Among the pronounced traits of character it is necessary to note the territorial instinct.which is expressed in the sense of possessiveness. It is this feature allows you to use them as guards, who will not bark over trifles. In the case of a critical situation, even in the light of its small size, an adult dog will protect its territory and owner. Such an instinct can manifest in relation to food, as well as personal toys and sleeping place.

Pincher from the first day of his life in the house may try to take a leadership positionHowever, it is not recommended to indulge in this dog, since in the future this may result in loss of control and authority in the eyes of the pet. Dogs in small and adulthood very poorly cope with loneliness, with a long absence of the owner tend to fall into depression. The German Pinscher favors children, but not all of their pranks will be tolerated.

In terms of interaction with other animals, situations can be different, it can be difficult to contact with representatives of the cat family, Pinschers in the light of their playful and active character. With dogs, the situation is better, however, conflicts are not excluded when dividing the territory and selecting a leader among animals. In the light of the hunting instinct, a dog of smaller animals (for example, birds) can be identified as potential prey.

To purchase a purebred and healthy dog, you must first learn all the information about the breeder of the parents of the selected puppy. Be sure to visit the nursery with animals. Purebred German Pinscher is unlikely to be able to buy on the "flea" market or on ads on the Internet. It is for this breed that a proven breeder will be extremely important, since the peculiarity of German dogs is a tendency towards certain hereditary diseases. In terms of keeping and breeding animals in good nurseries, puppies can be tested before sale to help identify the ailment at an early stage. It is important to study the state of health of the parents of the dog, as well as to observe how dogs are kept in general.

It is worth paying attention to the behavior of the puppy, even at a young age, a pinscher should not be cowardly, since courage is the main quality of this breed. It would not be superfluous to pay attention to how the pet moves to eliminate unwanted lameness, which is a sign of the presence of problems with the joints. You can purchase a pincher with a corrected ear and tail shape, but in many countries, arresting is no longer practiced.

Caring for a dog belongs to the category of simple activities. It is worth noting that the pinscher, who will be kept in a private house, is best to take to the premises for the winter. An alternative may be insulated and properly equipped enclosure. Dogs are prone to digging holes, at this point you should pay special attention.

A natural diet is considered to be a more natural option for feeding four-legged pets, but purebred dogs still require the most balanced menu, so some breeders prefer ready-made, dry industrial food. To feed a pinscher with such products, the owner is advised to observe the following conditions.

• The chemical composition of the food will be ideal in premium class, since budget options most often contain a lot of unsafe preservatives.
• Do not buy dry food for your dog by weight. Often it is these products that are expired. Feed must have high-quality and sealed packaging.
• A dry product cannot be soaked in water, milk or broth, as such manipulations destroy its balance.
• If a dog's diet requires the use of industrial feed, then it will not need additional fortified supplements.

As for the natural diet, then for the Pinscher recommends cooking food, picking up lean meats. These can be chicken, rabbit, turkey, and offal. The fish is best to choose from marine varieties, be sure to remove all the bones from it, pre-boil. Cereals can be taken any, except for barley, which is very poorly absorbed by the body of the animal. Dairy products are necessary for a dog, but it is best to give up the introduction of milk into the diet altogether, since it will provoke indigestion. Regardless of the option chosen, the diet should be adjusted in time. All meals are carried out at the same time. Puppies up to six months are on five meals a day, it is recommended to feed an adult pet twice a day - in the morning and in the evening.

Pet smooth coat, so in terms of care will not cause any problems. Water treatments for pinschers are shown only when absolutely necessary. Regular rubbing of the hair with a damp cloth in most cases will be enough. It is recommended to comb the dog using not a brush, but a hard mitten. You can carry out these procedures every other day to avoid the appearance of a large number of lint on the floor if the pet is kept in a dwelling.

In addition to wool, attention should be paid to the ears, eyes, teeth and claws of the animal. The length of the claws should be controlled by removing the excess with a claw cutter. Eyes can be cleaned several times a week using a wet cotton pad. Teeth and ears will need weekly cleaning.

It is necessary to train pincers from early childhood.In order for a dog to coexist without problems with a person, it must be fully controlled by its breeder. This breed is distinguished by good intellect, therefore it shows high performance in the process of training. All classes should be held regularly, otherwise the training will not bring results. From the moment of purchase, dogs of this breed must be introduced to other dogs and people, and they must provide a full range walk twice a day if the pet lives in the apartment. In addition to training, teams with pincher need to play. In this case, you can combine training and playing with competitions, which will be useful for training and endurance of the animal.

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