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Miniature Pinscher, breed of toy dog. Although the Miniature Pinscher has most of the physical characteristics of the Doberman Pinscher, only on a much smaller scale, it is not a miniature Doberman as the Toy Poodle is a miniature of the Poodle . The Miniature Pinscher originated in Germany several centuries ago. The breed was introduced to the United States about 1919 and became very well known after 1929.
Appearance
The Miniature Pinscher has a flat skull tapering toward the muzzle; dark, slightly oval eyes; upstanding ears; a gracefully curved neck; a compact muscular body; and a broad tail, set high. The animal possesses a flat coat of thick, hard, lustrous hair. The color of the coat is either black with tan, red, or yellow markings; solid red; solid brown; or brown with yellow or red markings. The dog is 10 to 12.5 in high at the shoulders, it weighs about 6 to 10 lb.
Temperament
The Miniature Pinscher is a keen watchdog. This breed is suspicious of strangers, vigorous, inquisitive, funny, fearless, energetic and extremely curious. The Miniature Pinscher is greatly valued as a pet, although they do not do well with small children. Due to this breeds extreme curiousity, obedience training is recommended at a very early age.
Height: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm.)
Weight: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg.)
About 15 or more years.
Terrier, AKC Toy
Temperament:
The Miniature Pinscher is a keen watchdog. This breed is suspicious of strangers, vigorous, inquisitive, funny, fearless, energetic and extremely curious. The Miniature Pinscher is greatly valued as a pet, although they do not do well with small children. Due to this breeds extreme curiousity, obedience training is recommended at a very early age.
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. Loose hair can be remove by wiping over with a warm, damp washcloth. This breed is an average shedder.
Origin:
The Miniature Pinscher is not related to the Doberman Pinscher, and is in fact an older breed than the Doberman. Developed in Germany from terrier breeds, including the German Pinscher, the Miniature Pinscher's original use was in hunting rats to keep the population down in the stables that it frequented. Italian Greyhound blood may have been added to produce such a tiny, high stepping-dog. The word "Pinscher" means "terrier" in German. Today the MinPin's high spirit and bright personality make him a charming companion. Some of the Miniature Pinscher's talents are competitive obedience, watchdog, and agility.
