Recognized By
AKC
Country of Origin
Germany
Life Expectancy
12 - 14 yrs
Height Range
12 - 14 in
Weight Range
13 - 15 lbs
Colors
Black, salt/pepper, or black/silver
Trainability
Good with a consistent trainer who can keep it interesting
With Children
Very good
With Animals
Good with other pets
Climate
Tolerates cold fairly well
Indoor/Outdoor
Either; if indoors, needs plenty of exercise
Exercise Reqd
High; needs to play
Grooming Reqd
Daily brushing, occasional professional clipping, regular trimming on face. Beard needs to be kept clean after eating.