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Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Great Britain <> Germany -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen |
A brief presentation of the Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer |
| The Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer is a hybrid breed in which the majestic Giant Schnauzer is crossed with the courageous Wire Fox Terrier. Relatively new, there's little information available on the Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer, but owners and breeders agree that this hybrid is strong of heart and body, and thrives on being active and part of the family. It has a friendly disposition and is highly trainable. |
History of the Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer |
| The hybrid known as the Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer is a new breed of dog with no detailed history. However, the two breeds that combine to form the Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer do have histories to study, providing a first picture of the hybrid. |
A little of the Wire Fox Terrier |
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| The Wire Fox Terrier joined the AKC list in 1985 and is said to be descended from the rough-coated Black and Tan Terriers of Wales, Derbyshire and Durham. The Wire Fox Terrier as a breed was prized by royal owners, for example, Edward VII owned a dog of the breed named Caesar. The breed's name comes from several places: "Wirehaired" is used to describe its coat, "Fox" is for the type of game it once hunted, and "Terrier" is the dog's family of origin. The combination of these two great breeds produces a fast, alert dog that loves to get the job done. | ||
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| Standard of the Wire Fox Terrier | ||
A little of the Giant Schnauzer |
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| Depicted in historical works before 1500, the Giant Schnauzer came into being when the standard Schnauzer was bred with larger breeds such as the Great Dane. Excelling as herdsmen and cattle guardians as well as gentle shepherds, they were first put to work as drovers. Later, their size even enabled them to work in the police force, although they are no longer used for this purpose. They joined the American Kennel Club in 1930 as part of the working group. | ||
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| Standard of the Giant Schnauzer |
Appearance of the Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer |
| The Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer has a double coat, the top coat being dense and wiry while the undercoat is soft. The top of his head will have well-defined hairs, as will his eyebrows and beard. He can be seen in black as well as a salt-and-pepper blend that can appear silver-gray to dark iron-gray. A white coat with black and tan markings is also seen. Generally medium to large in size, this hybrid is square-shaped with V-shaped ears. Its eyes will be round or oval and dark, but will show an air of intelligence and kindness. Its tail is not too long and is held straight. |
Temperament of the Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer |
| The Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer is generally an intelligent dog who is an independent thinker, but not afraid to relax and take part in a game or two. He can be a bit stubborn and may want to take charge of the household, so he'll need an owner who knows how to take the lead. He's good with children as long as the children have learned to treat the dog with respect. An excellent watchdog, socialization will be important to ensure that he is able to find a friend in both man and dog. Watch him around small animals, as he has an innate hunting instinct. |
Needs and activities of the Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer |
| The Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer loves to have a job to do. He will do very well in obedience trials and can enjoy competition in the field. Field activities are another good task to try, as his hunting instincts can make him very competent. One hour a day should be the minimum time you devote to exercising your dog. Give him a chance as a running partner, or at the very least, take him to the dog park so he can meet other dogs and run. Keep him on a leash in areas that are not fenced, as he may go after small animals that he considers prey. |
Maintenance of the Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer |
| The Giant Wire Hair Schnauzer's coat will require a lot of maintenance, including regular grooming every six to eight weeks. Stripping of the coat by a groomer may be required. He should be brushed a few times a week with a pin brush, and his beard should be combed and cleaned several times a day to remove any food stuck in the fur or mixed with water when he drinks. A clean cloth can be used to dry his beard after drinking; this is important because if his beard is not cleaned and dried, it will start to smell bad. Check his ears often for redness or excess moisture, brush his teeth three times a week and don't neglect regular nail trimming. |
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