Talk:Giant Schnauzer

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[edit] Photo and NPOV

This photo is almost definately not a Giant Schnauzer, because the dog is barely over the knees of the handler. A Giant Schnauzer would be significantly taller, therefore it is most likely a Standard Schnauzer. We should probably pull the photo and put out a request.

Also, does this article meet NPOV requirements for Wikipedia? It's mostly negative about this breed, and mentions almost nothing positive. JACooks 04:06, 1 April 2006 (UTC).

After examining some of the other dog breed articles, I would say this definately isn't a neutral point of view. Compare this page to the Siberian Husky article. That article notes all the health problems, and negative aspects of the breed, but also comments on the positives (loyal, friendly, etc.) This article focuses heavily on the exercise necessary and dominant nature, and doesn't discuss the breed's intelligence, family-orientation, and loyalty. I've owned both of these breeds, and think there are positives that are being missed in this article. I'm happy to edit this article, after a suitable period of being tagged NPOV. JACooks 13:44, 1 April 2006 (UTC)

There's nothing here that looks inaccurate to me, just perhaps incomplete, which isn't the same as being NPOV. I encourage you to add appropriate info asap; no need to wait. Elf | Talk 15:53, 1 April 2006 (UTC)

NPOV does not imply inaccurate, it implies a one-sided viewpoint. That is what needs to be corrected. The following comments were added by IPs to the article, but should have been added here. I'm in the process of making changes to address all the concern. JACooks 12:03, 11 April 2006 (UTC)

"Potential expensive vet bills" is a possibility with any large purebred dog, and for that matter any dog. Getting a Giant doesn't mean you will have serious or any health issues at all. One does need to consider that these dogs do require regualr trips to the groomer's. Also a good quality diet is essential but the should be required to maintain the health of any dog.

I have been around many Giants and never known them to "become aggressive" as they mature. This article has been apparently written by someone who either does not like Giant Schnauzers or simply did not have accurate information.

They are strong willed but with early obedience training and patience, they are one of the best large breed dogs available.

This is not a Giant Schnauzer. More accurately it is a BRT.

I've removed the NPOV tag, since I think we've made enough changes that it is no longer so one-sided. We could still use more information, and also need a verified photo.