Breed: Miniature Pinscher
Description:
Toy Group
Small
Height: 10-12.5 in
Weight: 9-10 lb

Temperament: alert, lively, loyal, smart, playful, possessive

Origin: Germany during the 1800Æs. This breed is a known hunter of rats. They are not a bred down version of the Doberman Pinscher. The Miniature Pinscher is a much older breed than the Doberman. This dog was not really known here in the U.S. prior to 1928, and only seen on rare occasion. The Miniature Pinscher has quite an active gait! They are known for their high-stepping action. These little dogs love to strut!

The coat of the Miniature Pinscher is short, sleek and smooth. It does shed, but only needs minimal grooming. They are good with older children; do best if raised along with them from puppyhood. The Min Pin truly believes he/she is a big dog. They are quite alert and will sound an alarm bark at the approach of a stranger and/or strange noises. Coat color: red, stag red (mixture of red with black hairs), black/tan, chocolate/rust. Exercise: minimal exercise required. Wonderful companion animal for singles, elderly, people living in apartments or homes without a yard. The Miniature Pinscher needs to live indoors near its family. They are good with pets but can be very aggressive toward strange dogs. Training: socialization, obedience. The Miniature Pinscher does tend to be more of a one-person dog, but will treat family and friends with affection.
Possible health concerns: epilepsy, Leg’s Perthes disease, demodectic mange, patellar luxation.