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The Canine Chronicles Directory
Miniature Pinscher
The Miniature Pinscher is a small, muscular, sleek dog with square proportions and
a defined line. The muzzle is strong, tapered and narrow. The eyes are full, oval,
bright and clear. The eyes should be black, including the eye rims except for the
chocolates, whose eye rims should reflect the coat color. The ears are set high
and stand erect. They may be cropped or uncropped. The topline is level or slightly
sloping towards the rear. The coat is smooth, straight and short. Dewclaws should
be removed. The feet are small and similar to a cat. The teeth should meet in a
scissor-like bite. The tail is usually docked. The coat is normally red, black and
tan or chocolate. This breed has a high-stepping, free and easy gait.
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Temperament
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Min Pins are big dogs in a little dog's body. They are very demanding and headstrong.
They are loyal, proud, overly courageous and love to bark. This breed is spirited,
alert, lively and brave. Some can be dog aggressive but are usually good with other
pets and older children. If you spoil this dog, he may become a tyrant. Min Pins
learn well and want to please their masters. Socialize at an early age. Housebreaking
can be a little difficult as you may not be aware of small puddles, signaling them
that it is okay to relieve themselves inside. This breed will chew small objects
which could lead to choking. They are often known as the "King of the Toys".
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Height, Weight
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Male Height: 10-12" ; Weight: 8-10 lbs.
Female Height: 10-11" ; Weight: 8-9 lbs.
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Health Problems
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This is a healthy breed.
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Living Conditions
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Min Pins will do okay living in an apartment. It is active indoors and does fine
without a large yard. They should wear a coat or sweater outdoors during the cold
months.
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Exercise
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This breed does not require a lot of exercise, but should be given a chance to run
and play in a safe place with a tall fence.
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Life Expectancy
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15 or more years
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Grooming
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The coat of this breed is easy to groom and only needs to be brushed occasionally.
Loose hair can be removed with a warm towel. They are average shedders.
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Origin
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The Min Pin has been bred for several hundred years, stemming directly from his
larger cousin, the German Pinscher. Some feel that small Dachshunds and Italian
Greyhounds were introduced to the smallest pinschers to obtain the diminutive size.
These dogs are often called "Reh Pinscher", due to their resemblance to the small
roe (reh) deer found in Rhineland forests. When the German Pinscher-Schnauzer club
was formed in the 1890s, it embraced all pinscher sizes. The Min Pin was recognized
by the AKC in 1929 and by the UKC in 1936.
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Group
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AKC Toy, UKC Companion Dog
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