Are you fond of Schnauzer breed dogs? Schnauzer dogs are a strong breed of dogs. There are three types and all are full of character, extremely loyal, eager to please, and easy to train with proper handling. One of its types is the Giant Schnauzer.
Giant Schnauzers are strong and large dogs with natural guarding and with a characteristic of being territorial. If you are thinking of owning or adopting a puppy, There are a few things that you should consider. Read on and find out how to choose a Giant Schnauzer puppy to know if it is the right breed of dog for you.
- Litter Size
Litter size varies depending on which type of Schnauzer you are getting. For a Giant Schnauzer, it will have a litter of 5 to 8 puppies.
- Appearance
Your puppy should be seen that it is well fed by its appearance. If you notice that it has a distended abdomen or a pot belly, this may indicate that the puppy is infested with worms which is not a good sign.
- Eyes
In choosing the right puppy, the eyes should also be considered, it should be bright and clear without the presence of mucus or discharge around the eyes.
- Nose
The pup’s nose should be cool, damp, and clean with no nasal discharge. You should also look for signs of normal breathing with no cough or wheezing.
- Ears
Its ears should also be clean with no discharge just like the eyes and nose and no other build-up. When you see that the puppy is distracted, clap or make a noise behind him (but not so loud), making sure that the puppy is not deaf.
- Gums
Its gums should be clean with a pink color, indicating that the puppy is healthy.
- Puppy’s bottom
Make sure that the bottom is clean with no indication or signs of diarrhea.
- Schnauzer’s coat
You can tell that your puppy is also healthy if his coat is clean and shiny without the presence of ticks and fleas. If you see some bald spots, red and irritated skin, this is might be a sign that the puppy is suffering from infestation or a skin condition.
- Choose a puppy with a strong build and walks without any signs of injury or lameness.
- Ask if the puppy is seen by a veterinarian and has previous injections already.
Lastly, when choosing a Giant Schnauzer pup, always make sure that the puppies are 8 weeks or older before getting or adopting them because puppies usually leave the litter at this age to allow the bitches to teach their offsprings correct manners.
credit : Max the Schnauzer
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