Giant Schnauzer

This breed is a jumbo size version of the standard schnauzer whose height is about twice that of the miniature schnauzer, was bred to herd cows and other large animals. In its place of origin, this breed once referred to as the Munchener (German, “from Munich”).

To increase this breed’s size, it was crossbreed with such large dogs as the Great Dane, the rottweiler, the Bouvier des Flandres, and the local sheepdog. These intelligent dogs worked as police dogs in Japan before World War II

Although there is nothing flashy about these simple, sturdy dogs, their form is beautiful and they are very amicable.

Aside from size, the standards for this breed are almost the same as those for the standard schnauzer. The coat colors are also the same, but black and tan are also accepted for the great schnauzer.

Daily Brushing and combing and regular trimming are necessary, and dead hair and hair with split ends must be stripped.

Origin: Germany
Size: (male) Height 26-28 inches; weight 76-96 pounds
(female) Height 24-26 inches; weight 67-89 pounds
Coat: Hard and wiry; hair on back stands up slightly. Colors include salt-and-pepper, black, and black and tan, white chest markings permissible.