The Austrian Pinscher, also known as the Short-haired Austrian Pinscher, is a medium-sized dog, appreciated for its liveliness and versatile character. Formerly a farm dog, it has become a popular breed for its ease of maintenance and balanced temperament.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Name: Austrian Pinscher
- Origin: Austria
- Type: Working dog (farm dog)
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male and female: 12-18 kg
- Height:
- Male: 44-50 cm
- Female: 42-48 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (better suited to a house with a large fenced yard)
🧠 Personality
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Obedient: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Calm: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (suitable for children, but requires supervision)
- Other animals: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (better to socialize them early)
- Strangers: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (may be reserved with foreigners)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (prefers an outdoor space to let off steam)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (requires moderate upkeep)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (relatively affordable)
- Frequency of care:
- Brushing: Occasional brushing to remove dead hair
- Other care: Ear cleaning, nail trimming, and general hygiene care
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 800-1500 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 450-650 €
🏡 Important note
The Austrian Pinscher adapts well to different lifestyles, but it is preferable for them to have access to a large outdoor space. Their protective and playful nature makes them a good family dog, but they can be a bit independent, which requires firm and consistent training. Their short, smooth coat requires little maintenance, but regular care is necessary to maintain cleanliness and health.
