Miniature Pinscher
Toy Group · Hypoallergenic
- Height 25–32 cm
- Weight 4–6 kg
- Life span 12–16 years
- Exercise 40 min/day
The Miniature Pinscher is a small breed of dog that originated in Germany. It is a compact and lively breed, with a short, smooth coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are short and strong, and its tail is usually docked. The Miniature Pinscher is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs regular exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys being around its family.
- Group
- Toy Group
- Origin
- Germany (19th century)
- Coat
- short smooth · red, stag red, black with rust markings, and chocolate with rust markings
- Also known as
- Zwergpinscher, Min Pin, and King of Toys
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, UKC
- Hypoallergenic
- Yes
- Id
ec7eae56-137b-4f7e-86e9-1e008c2e3294
Traits
- Energy
- Trainability
- Barking
- Grooming
- Shedding
- Drooling
- Good with children
- Good with dogs
- Good with strangers
- Apartment friendly
Every rating runs from 1 to 5 against dogs in general, so a 3 is an average dog rather than an average Miniature Pinscher. They are researched estimates, not measurements.
Researched from images.akc.org ukcdogs.com kennelbepawsitive.com en.wikipedia.org hillspet.com
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This page, as API data
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See it in the reference.
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