Buyer question
Is a Giant Schnauzer good for beginners?
Usually not: our Animal Library rates the Giant Schnauzer 1 out of 5 for beginners (experienced owners only).
Source: the Giant Schnauzer page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Giant Schnauzer in the Animal Library
The detail
Developed in Bavaria to drive cattle and guard farms and breweries, later a police and military dog, the Giant Schnauzer is powerful, smart and territorial. It needs daily hard exercise, firm training and an experienced owner who wants a working partner.
- Temperament
- Bold, loyal, territorial
- Best fit
- Experienced, active owners
- Trainability
- 4 out of 5 (Smart, strong-willed)
- Energy
- 5 out of 5 (Hard exercise daily)
- Grooming load
- 4 out of 5 (Strip or clip, trim beard)
What to weigh
Giants are intense, protective and easily bored, and they will test an inexperienced owner. The wiry coat needs regular stripping or clipping, and the beard carries water and food.