Pinscher
Encyclopedia
Pinscher is a type
of dog
developed originally as ratters on farms and for fighting or guarding, although today they are most often kept as pets.
word, but from the English word pinch, referring to the ear cropping that was traditionally done to this dog type. The Online Etymological Dictionary traces usage of the word pinscher to 1926. Another suggested derivation is from the French word pincer, to grip.
recognizes the following pinscher breeds in Group 2 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid Breeds - Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs:
There may be other related hunting dogs called pinscher that are not recognized breeds. In addition, individual breeders often attempt the creation of new breeds which they may call pinschers. There are a nearly infinite number of sporting clubs, breed clubs, and internet-based breed registries and businesses in which dogs may be registered under whatever name the owner or seller wishes.
Although the Danish/Swedish farmdog is also considered a Pinscher, due to its behavior and pleasing nature.
Dog type
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developed originally as ratters on farms and for fighting or guarding, although today they are most often kept as pets.
Etymology
The American Heritage Dictionary describes pinscher as being a GermanGerman language
German is a West Germanic language, related to and classified alongside English and Dutch. With an estimated 90 – 98 million native speakers, German is one of the world's major languages and is the most widely-spoken first language in the European Union....
word, but from the English word pinch, referring to the ear cropping that was traditionally done to this dog type. The Online Etymological Dictionary traces usage of the word pinscher to 1926. Another suggested derivation is from the French word pincer, to grip.
Breeds
The Fédération Cynologique InternationaleFédération Cynologique Internationale
Fédération Cynologique Internationale is an international federation of kennel clubs based in Thuin, Belgium. The English language translation, World Canine Organisation, is not often used.Its goals are described in Article 2 of their regulations:...
recognizes the following pinscher breeds in Group 2 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid Breeds - Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs:
- Dobermann (no. 143)
- German PinscherGerman PinscherThe German Pinscher is a medium-sized, breed of dog, a Pinscher type that originated in Germany. The breed is included in the origins of the Dobermann, the Miniature Pinscher, the Affenpinscher, the Standard Schnauzer...
(Deutscher Pinscher, no. 184) - Miniature PinscherMiniature PinscherThe Miniature Pinscher is a small breed of dog, originating from Germany. The breed's earliest ancestors were a mix of Italian Greyhounds and Dachshunds...
(Zwergpinscher, no. 185) - AffenpinscherAffenpinscher-History:The breed is German in origin and dates back to the seventeenth century. Its name is derived from the German Affe . The breed predates and is ancestral to the Griffon Bruxellois and Miniature Schnauzer....
(no. 186) - Austrian PinscherAustrian PinscherThe Austrian Pinscher is a medium large breed of pinscher-type dog from Austria, where dogs of the type were originally farm dogs, keeping barns free of rats and acting as home guards, livestock guardians, and drovers...
(Österreichischer Pinscher, no. 64)
There may be other related hunting dogs called pinscher that are not recognized breeds. In addition, individual breeders often attempt the creation of new breeds which they may call pinschers. There are a nearly infinite number of sporting clubs, breed clubs, and internet-based breed registries and businesses in which dogs may be registered under whatever name the owner or seller wishes.
Although the Danish/Swedish farmdog is also considered a Pinscher, due to its behavior and pleasing nature.