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Austrian Short-haired Pinscher
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| group: working / terrier |
height: 14-20" /
35.5 –50.5 cm / |
| types: |
weight: 26-40
lbs / 11.5-18 kg |
| colors: |
russet
gold (semmelgelb), fawn, brownish yellow, stag-red, black
with tan markings. some may have brindle markings. some
may have white markings on chest, muzzle, neck, throat,
nape, feet and tip of tai |
| physical traits: |
medium sized, stocky |
| hair type: |
thick double coat. t short
to medium-long, thick, smooth and close-lying outer-coat.
thick short undercoat |
personality/
temperament: |
assertive, lively, alert,
active, playful, brave, fearless, vivacious, noisy, devoted
to family. suspicious and watchful of strangers. some may
be aggressive or overly shy |
maintenance/
special needs:
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requires early socialization
to prevent dominance toward other dogs and to get along with
other pets. not easy to train, requires fair but firm training |
| nickname: |
Austrian Pinscher, Österreichischer
Pinscher, Österreichischer Kynologenverband, Österreichischer
kurzhaariger Pinscher, |
| origination: |
Austria from ancient Austrian
country Pinschers, recognized as a purebreed in origin country
in 1928 |
| bred for: |
farm dog, vermin hunting,
watchdog |
| identifying traits: |
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| ideal for: |
ratting, watchdog, companion,
family |
| good with kids? |
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| life expectancy: |
12-14 yrs |
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| kennel clubs: |
fci-
(Pinscher and Schnauzer dog breed group) |
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