Giant Schnauzer — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Giant Schnauzer — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed was developed in Germany and is FCI standard N° 181, Group 2.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Height at the withers is 60–70 cm and weight 35–47 kg for both sexes.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is hard, wiry and very dense, with a soft undercoat beneath a harsh outer layer.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Only solid black or pepper-and-salt are accepted.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The temperament is good-natured and even, with unshakeable loyalty to its owner.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The dentition has 42 teeth; disqualifying faults are an overshot or undershot bite and any marking outside the specified colours.