Miniature Pinscher
Life expectancy
15 years
Age adult
8 months
Height (Shoulder height)
26 cm
Weight
4 kg
Coat texture
short-haired / smooth
Coat color
red, red&black
Common illnesses
patellar dislocation / eye diseases / progressive retina atrophy
Food expenses per month in €
about € 17
Suitable for children
Rather not
Needs a garden
Rather not
Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment
Rather yes
First dog suitable
Rather not
Allergy friendly
Rather not
Athletic
Very atletic
Attention
Needs much attention
Care and grooming
Low grooming effort
Eager to learn
High
Exercise
Needs more exercise
Nature
social / playful / bave / lively / prone to barking / stubborn / confident
Bred for
rat and mouse hunting / accompany horse-drawn vehicles
Common illnesses
patellar dislocation / eye diseases / progressive retina atrophy
Dog type according to FCI
companion and toy dogs
FCI description
Dogs of this group were not bred to fulfill a certain function (hunting, hating, ...), but to be a good companion for humans. They look very different, also character-wise they vary strongly. Many are self-confident, social and lovable. With loving education and enough species-appropriate occupation, you can find here a pleasant and faithful companion in the everyday life, who can adapt mostly well.
Short description
The Miniature Pinscher is a very vivid, loyal and persistent small hunter and watch dog. He is known to be very feisty and enjoyes being engaged in different activities. However, he has a relative low stimulation threshold, which can lead to yapping as a sign of tension. He knows what he wants and can pinch if he feels uncomfortable. Therefore a loving education is important.
This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.