There are many breeds of dogs from Germany, large or small: Leonberg, Doberman, Boxer, Dachshund...
Le Figaro
presents 5 of them.
German shepherd
The German Shepherd is one of the best known and most appreciated dogs in France. Robust, dynamic and enduring, this animal appeared in Germany at the end of the 19th century. It was a captain in the German army who made this crossing. His goal was to create an ideal herding dog. Often used by police forces, the German Shepherd is also a perfect companion for families. Very attached to his master, he cannot stand solitude.
Size: 55 to 65 cm
Weight: 22 to 44 kg
Did you know ?
There is a variety of German Shepherd with a dense short hair and one with a dense long hair.
German Brachet
Just like the German Shepherd, the Brachet is a robust dog who is affectionate towards his master. It is the result of a cross between the Westphalian pikeminnow, the Sauerland pikeminnow and local dogs. Characterized by a small size, an elongated head and long ears, the German brachet has short hair. People wishing to adopt a German Shorthaired Pointer must be able to satisfy his great need for going out. In the mountains, this dog excels in hare hunting and searching for big game.
Size: 40 to 53 cm
German Pointing Dog
Enduring, flexible and fast, the long-haired or wire-haired German pointing dog is a companion who enjoys living in the countryside. He is a hunter who needs to exercise on a daily basis. With a weight of around 30 kg and a size of 60 cm at the withers, this dog is recognizable by its drooping ears and its brown eyes. The German Pointing Dog is easy to train and loves family life. He gets along wonderfully with children and can live with other animals in the house.
Size of males: 60-70 cm
Size of females: 58-68 cm
German Shorthaired Pointer
The German short-haired or wire-haired pointer is also a hunting dog. Athletic, enduring, intelligent and powerful, he excels in hunting feathered game, but shows himself to be more and more versatile. Its weight is between 25 and 30 kg. As for its size at the withers, it can go up to 66 cm. The German Shorthaired Pointer has a broad skull, a long muzzle and floppy ears. This animal can perfectly coexist with children. He needs to run and will enjoy a life in the countryside, in a large garden.
Did you know ?
The German Shorthaired Pointer is the most widely used pointing dog in the world.
German Spitz
The German Spitz has long hair and a bushy tail. It belongs to group 5, known as “spitz and primitive type dogs”. He is recognizable by his fox-like appearance and his mischievous look. Intelligent and elegant, this pet needs to be brushed regularly. It measures up to 38 cm at the withers and weighs up to 20 kg. This little dog tends to bark often and is wary of strangers. He is a good watchdog who is loyal to his master. He obeys easily and is receptive to the instructions given to him. Unlike its comrades above, the German Spitz can live in an apartment. However, he will need outings and long walks.