Giant Schnauzer for Sale

About Giant Schnauzer

The Giant Schnauzer is a wonderful dog breed with several outstanding qualities, from appearance to personality and temperament. It is large and powerful, with a beautiful dense, wiry coat and spectacular bushy eyebrows and beards. In terms of traits, it is energetic, protective, and a versatile working dog.

If this dog lives up to your expectations and you want to buy one, inspect the ads above for Giant Schnauzer for sale in Texas, Florida, and Ohio, among others. If you need more details about this breed, let us walk you through the key ones. Let’s start with its history….

History and Ancestry of Giant Schnauzer Dog

The Giant Schnauzer is the hugest of the Schnauzer breeds. The other Schnauzer breeds are the Miniature Schnauzer and the Standard Schnauzer. This giant type was developed in the 17^th century in Germany by crossing Standard Schnauzer with bigger dog breeds like the Great Dane and the Bouvier des Flandres.

Its primary purpose during development was herding and guarding livestock, as well as for general farm work. In 1930, the AKC officially acknowledged the Giant Schnauzer. Today it is used in diverse working roles and as a family companion.

Overview of the Giant Schnauzer Dog Species

Origin	Germany
Size	Large-sized dog breed
Lifespan	12-15 years
Temperament	Intelligent, powerful guarder, easily trainable, and versatile trainable dog
Price	Giant Schnauzer's price for a puppy ranges between $1500 and $3500. Do you want to purchase one? Examine the ads above for the Giant Schnauzer puppy for sale.

Giant Schnauzer Appearance

• Size: The size of Giant Schnauzers is typically around 23.5-27.5 inches tall at the withers, while their weight is approximately 60-90 pounds.
• Head: Giant Schnauzers have a rectangular head with a strong, dark muzzle; expressive eyes; and medium-sized, pointed ears. Their hallmark features are bushy eyebrows and beards. In any case, the Brussels Griffon also has a beard.
• Body: This breed has a square-shaped build with a deep chest and straight back.
• Coat: They have a dense, wiry double coat, mostly solid black or salt-and-pepper colors.

Giant Schnauzers Temperament and Personalities

Some of the distinct Giant Schnauzers' personalities and temperaments are as follows:

For starters, they are highly intelligent and trainable, making them quick learners and excellent in obedience tasks. Secondly, they are natural watchdogs, thus marvelous protectors of their families. Third, these Schnauzers are very affectionate and loyal to their family.

Other key traits are that they are highly playful and adaptable. Adaptability makes them excellent in versatile roles, like police work. Other dogs that rank high on adaptability are the Akbash and the German Spitz breeds.

Essential Tips for Caring for Giant Schnauzers

Below are some areas and tips you need to be mindful of when caring for Giant Schnauzers.

1. Giant Schnauzers Grooming and Cleaning

When it comes to the skin and coat of the Giant Schnauzers, brush at a minimum once weekly and bathe them once every 4-6 weeks; don’t bathe them often as it damages their skin. You also need to trim their heavy beards and eyebrows when they get long. Also, examine and clean the eyes and ears weekly.

Observe skin, coat, eye, and ears changes as they may indicate something serious. Changes to note on each of these regions are as shown:

• Skin: Sores, redness, hair loss, or scabbing
• Coat: Texture changes and dryness
• Eyes: Redness, green or yellow discharge, and squinting
• Ears: Odor, redness, and discharge

2. Giant Schnauzer Diet and Nutrition

The diet of your Giant Schnauzer needs to be high-quality and balanced. It is rich in protein sourced from meat, has moderate amounts of fats, and limited carbohydrates.

Portion control is important to control obesity and gastric torsion. Preferably, give it two meals daily rather than one big meal. Also, ensure fresh, clean water is always available.

3. Giant Schnauzer Training and Exercise Needs

Giant Schnauzers are highly trainable. Early training and socialization are crucial to help this dog breed cultivate decent behavior around other animals and people.

They have high energy levels and require regular, vigorous exercise, such as long walks, jogging, or play sessions. Engaging in interactive activities and dog sports can be beneficial to meet their exercise needs.

Examples of dog sports they enjoy and excel at are:

• Herding
• Carting
• Obedience
• Agility
• Coursing ability tests

In short, exercise keeps them physically and mentally stimulated.

Giant Schnauzer Health Issues

Although the Giant Schnauzer is susceptible to several diseases common in dog breeds, it is generally healthy. Some key health issues prone to Giant Schnauzers are:

• Hip dysplasia: It is a genetic condition affecting the hip joint.
• Osteochondrosis Dissecans (OCD): It is a hereditary disorder leading to abnormal shoulder and joint disorders.
• Hypothyroidism: It is a disorder typified by poor functioning of the thyroid gland.
• Squamous cell carcinoma: This cancer grows at dogs' toes, mostly in dark-haired dogs like the Giant Schnauzers.

Frequent veterinary check-ups, a balanced diet, and appropriate exercise can help maintain the overall health and well-being of Giant Schnauzers.

Pros and Cons of Having a Giant Schnauzer

Pros	Cons
● Loyal and protective ● Intelligent and easily trainable ● Flourishes in diverse roles such as police work, search and rescue, and service dog duties ● Low shedding	● High exercise needs ● Can be independent and strong-willed at times, requiring consistent and firm training from experienced owners ● Better suited to homes with adequate space

Giant Schnauzer Price

On average, a puppy Giant Schnauzer costs between $1500 and $3500. Adult Giant Schnauzer, in many instances, will cost lower compared to a puppy, especially if it is Giant Schnauzer for adoption. The adoption fees in the USA usually range between $300 and $800.

The price may be higher or lower depending on critical factors such as:

• Region
• Dog’s lineage
• Breeder

Check out the ads at the top of the page for Giant Schnauzer puppies for sale near me if you want to buy this dog. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What Is Giant Schnauzer Life Span?

A Giant Schnauzer's life expectancy is around 12-15 years.

2. Does Giant Schnauzer Shed a Lot?

The Giant Schnauzer shedding is moderate throughout the year. However, shedding increases during certain times, like fall and spring, to adapt to changing seasons. The increase in shedding at certain seasons is typical in almost all dogs.

3. What Is Giant Schnauzer Bite Force?

The bite force of Giant Schnauzers is 560 psi.

4. Which Are the Widespread Giant Schnauzer Haircuts?

Some common Giant Schnauzer haircuts are:

• Long Pants
• Kennel Clip
• Schnauzer Moustache Cut
• Schnauzer Mohawk
• Traditional Schnauzer Haircut

5. How Big Is a Giant Schnauzer?

Giant Schnauzers are large dogs that can get as heavy as 90 pounds and as tall as 27.5 inches at their withers.

Take Away

Giant Schnauzers are the largest dogs in the Schnauzer family, originating in Germany. The other Schnauzers are miniature Schnauzers and the standard Schnauzers.  The hallmark physical features of the Giant Schnauzers are their bushy eyebrows and beards. Traits that make them endeared by many pet lovers are their intelligence, ease of trainability, and versatile abilities.

If you want to purchase one, simply preview the ads at the top of this page. The ads are for “Giant Schnauzer for sale near me”; you can find a female Giant Schnauzer and Black Giant Schnauzer.