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Kota the Miniature Pinscher

The Miniature Pinscher is among the spunkiest, peppiest dog breeds out there. They bounce, they bark, they’ll chase cats, other dogs and small children if you let them. Min Pins are fiercely faithful to their humans, and most will eagerly take on the role of protector and doorbell. They’re a breed like no other; a breed that will either win you over or drive you nuts. More →

If you love the sleek, muscled appearance of the Doberman Pinscher, but you don’t want a big dog, you may want to consider a Miniature Pinscher. These dogs are very similar in appearance to Dobermans, but are almost one hundred pounds lighter.

The Miniature Pinscher may look like a miniature Doberman, but these dogs are not actually directly related. In fact, the Miniature Pinscher was developed long before the Doberman. The Miniature Pinscher was created by breeding the German Pinscher to a smaller breed. The American Kennel Club classifies the Miniature Pinscher as a part of the Toy Group, but these dogs are not cute little lapdogs. The Miniature Pinscher was bred to be a tough, aggressive ratter. The Min Pin weighs in at 8 to 10 pounds and stands 10 to 12 inches high.

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By T C

Every dog has a number of years that they will live happily in their home. Just like any other creature, the life expectancy for this specific breed of dog will vary according to their genetic make-up and what this means to the dog. For Miniature Pinschers, these same set of expectations apply. By knowing how long your dog might be expected to live, you can be sure to find the best ways to care for her.

On average, a Min Pin can be expected to live to be up to fifteen years old. If you’re considering getting a Miniature Pinscher, you should also expect to be committed to the dog for that amount of time. Of course, some people have been fortunate to have their special pets live to be up to nineteen. This is a rare case; however, and should not be part of the expectancy when you are deciding if this is the dog for you.

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By T C

If you own a Miniature Pinscher, you’re probably well aware of some of the characteristics that are attributed to this great dog. The various ways in which they communicate and act not only reveals a lot about the type of dog they are, but also gives some insight into the background of the dogs. If you really want to understand where your Min Pin is coming from, knowing the history is the place to begin.

The breed of Miniature Pinschers was first developed in Germany in the 1830s. They were bred with German Pinschers, Manchester’s, and Dachshunds in order to give them specific characteristics as a working dog as well as companion. They became so popular so quickly, that they were soon known as the king of toy breeds, a name they still carry today.

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