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COUNTRY:
Austria
WEIGHT:
26-40 pounds
HEIGHT:
14-20 inches
COAT:
Short, smooth
COLOR:
Red, brindle or black/tan often with white
markings
OTHER
NAMES: Osterreichischer Kurzhaariger
Pinscher
REGISTRY:
FCI
GROUP:
Terrier
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A sturdy dog with roots similar to
the German
Pinscher, the Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher is in the same height range,
although broader and heavier. The standard demands a chest so wide that
he appears wider than tall when viewed from the front.
A true terrier who is a likeable and courageous country companion, the
Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher does not thrive in city life, unless given
plenty of exercise. An urban owner could have a problem with the dog's
predisposition to over-zealous barking. He is fearless against predators,
enthusiastically goes to ground, and is an alert, noisy alarm dog.
The Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher may be tailless or have a tail rolled
up on the back. Ears can be pricked, tipped or rosed. The hair, while
shortish, tends to have some fringe on the belly and thighs. Despite a
long history, he is quite rare today. |
