The Giant Schnauzer is a large, powerful, breed of dog with bushy eyebrows, whiskers and a beard. They are intelligent, very protective, bold and spirited. Calm, loyal, loving and responsible.

Their temperament combines spirit and alertness with intelligence and reliability. Composed, watchful, courageous, easily trained, deeply loyal to family, and playful. This breed is capable of enduring harsh weather and is extremely hardy, independent, and courageous.

Throughout Europe the Giant is still considered and bred primarily as a companion and useful working dog rather than as a "fancy" breed. The Giant's history showed him as a great cattle and sheep drover. The Giant Schnauzer a top ranking in police and sentry work in many European countries.

During the 1930s some of the best Giants in Germany were imported as foundation stock by American breeders. Until the 1960s this was truly a rare and little known breed in the USA, registering fewer than 50 individuals a year.

As the Giant has become better known, through the show success of a few superior individuals which have been widely campaigned, public interest has increased and people who yesterday had never heard of a Giant Schnauzer now are sure they want to own one.

The Giant Schnauzer is a double coat breed. The outer coat is wiry, thick, and harsh. The under coat is dense and soft. The hair is longer over the yes and on the muzzle to form bushy eyebrows and a distinctive beard. The normal height is 23-28 inches with weight of 55-80 pounds.

The Giant Schnauzers are wonderful family dogs who are loyal and courageous. The majestic and powerful body turns heads wherever he goes, while his personality will capture your heart in an instant.