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Miniature Pinscher
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Miniature Pinscher
(Zwergpinscher)
(Min Pin)
Twiggy the Min Pin.
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Pronunciation |
Miniature
PIN-sher |
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Description |
The Miniature Pinscher is a small, compact, square dog. The head is in proportion to the body. The skull appears flat, tapering forward toward the muzzle. The muzzle is strong and in proportion to the head. The teeth should meet in a scissor bite. The topline is level or slightly sloping towards the rear. The slightly oval eyes are dark. The ears are set high either cropped or left natural. The front legs are straight. Dewclaws are usually removed. The small feet are cat-like in shape. The AKC calls for the tail to be cropped, however cropping is illegal in most European countries. The short, smooth, hard coat lays close to the body. Coat colors include black with rust markings, chocolate with tan red, stag red (red with black hairs). |
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Temperament |
The Miniature Pinscher is a hardy little fellow, who is proud, and courageous. They are loyal to their masters, spirited and alert, with high energy.
Intelligent, lively and brave. Generally good with other pets and children so long as the humans provide proper leadership towards the dog. Their behavior depends entirely upon how you treat the dog. Do not let this sweet little dog fall into the Small Dog Syndrome, human induced behaviors, where he believes he is pack leader to humans. That is when problems start to arise. They will become demanding, headstrong and will begin to bark more than you wish. If you allow this, the dog may become a tyrant. If you are not this dogs pack leader, they will become
protective and may become very aggressive with
other dogs. They can also become rather suspicious towards strangers. The Miniature
Pinscher can learn extremely well and wants very much to do so. It is certainly
beneficial for its socialization to take the dog to puppy courses where it can
meet other dogs and people. You will be amazed at how fast the Miniature
Pinscher understands and obeys you. Pay particular attention when housebreaking
this little Pinscher, since a little puddle from such a small dog can easily be
overlooked; the dog may get the idea that you are happy to accept it fulfilling
its natural needs indoors. Beware, this little dog will chew small objects and may choke on
them. Do not overfeed this breed. A balanced Min Pin will not have the behavior problems listed above. If they truly have rules, boundaries, limitations, a true pack leader, and a daily pack walk, they will be a wonderful family companion. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: Dogs 10-12 inches (25-30 cm.)
Bitches 10-11 inches (25-28 cm.)
Weight: Dogs 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg.) Bitches 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
Generally Healthy. |
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Living Conditions |
The Miniature Pinscher is good for apartment life.
It is very active indoors and will do okay without a yard. The Miniature
Pinscher should be protected from the cold. |
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Exercise |
Min Pins need a daily walk.
Play will take care of a lot of their exercise needs, however, as with all
breeds, play will not fulfill their primal instinct to walk. Dogs who do not get
to go on daily walks are more likely to display behavior problems. They will
also enjoy a good romp in a safe open area off lead, such as a large fenced in
yard. Make sure any yard in
which they can run loose has a fence high enough to prevent their determined
efforts to escape and explore. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 15 or more years. |
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Grooming |
The Miniature Pinscher's smooth, short-haired,
hard coat is easy to groom. Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and
shampoo only when necessary. You can remove loose hair by wiping the coat with a warm damp cloth. This breed is an average shedder. |
| Origin |
The Miniature Pinscher is a German breed. The Miniature Pinscher was developed from the Dachshund, Italian Greyhound, and the short haired German Pinscher. The breed looks like a mini Doberman, most likely because both the Miniature Pinscher and the the Doberman both were developed from the German Pinscher. The breed was used as a barnyard ratter controlling the rodent population in the stables. The Miniature Pinscher is often called the "King Of
The Toys." Some of the Miniature Pinscher's
talents are competitive obedience, watchdog, and agility. |
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Terrier, AKC Toy |
| Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC,
APRI, ACR, DRA, NAPR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
NAPR = North American Purebred Registry, Inc. |
"This is my dog Mylie. Mylie is a purebred Miniature Pinscher, shown here as an 11 week old puppy. She is a tiny girl, but with a big attitude. Mylie loves to play and have fun. She will play with anyone and anything. Many people feel as if Miniature Pinschers have some sort of agressive behavior. I feel the complete opposite. Any dog can become agressive, it always doesn't depend on the breed, but on the owner. My Min Pins have always loved people and have had such great attitudes!! They are always eager and willing to please!"
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Penny
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"My pets name is Sir Gotti Von Coxx, he is 8 years old in this picture but has the soul of a 3 year old. I purchased him when he was only 8 weeks old from a breeder in the State of Michigan. I brought him home in my pocket he was so tiny. He now weighs in at 8 pounds but walks and thinks he is a 100 pound Doberman Pinscher. His temperament is perfect, he is extremely well behaved and listens to my every word. He has been trained in Portuguese, English and German. Every night I bring him for a walk and every time I get stopped and asked what type of dog he is as he is just perfect. Not very many people see a Miniature Pinscher with German Doberman cut ears. He is truly one of a kind. He is a gentleman among gentlemen and truly owns his own personality."
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"I fell in love immediately as soon as i saw her! she was running around with so much energy and excitement! Lilly loves to play tug of war, she knows how to sit, speak, & lay down. I couldn't ask for a better companion! She is very affectionate and is always by my side. She loves to crawl underneath blankets when we are laying down and snuggle. Although a lot of the website's say not to overfeed this breed and to monitor her feeding, Lilly has full reign to her food dish because she is a "picker". She does not overfeed herself. She definitely is a spoiled little girl but she knows who is boss! She gets along with other animals and people who come to visit. She usually will bark until they come in the house and then she wants their attention. She loves her daddy but she is not very welcoming to men (she's not mean but she usually doesn't go to a man). She definitely is the princess of the house :)"
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