Miniature Pinscher

Miniature Pinscher
Toy
A brown Miniature Pinscher dog standing alert on white steps, facing forward with ears upright.
Photo courtesy of Miniature Pinscher Breed Club

Meet the Miniature Pinscher

The Miniature Pinscher, or Min Pin, is a small, short-coated, compact breed belonging to the Toy Group. Allowed colors for Min Pins include Red, Stag-Red, Black and Rust/Tan, and Chocolate and Rust/Tan. Despite their similar appearance, Miniature Pinschers are not bred-down miniature Doberman Pinschers. In fact, the Miniature Pinscher predates the Doberman by many years. Min Pins are alert, active, fearless, and naturally inquisitive. When moving, they are further distinguished by their unique “hackney-like” gait. A big dog in a small dog package, they have deservedly earned the title, “The King Of Toys”.

Breed Group:

Toy

Breed Personality:

Courageous, Energetic, Sociable, Playful

Breed Specifics

Max Life Expectancy
(years): 16
Max Height
(inches): 12.5
Max Weight
(lbs): 10

Main Breed Characteristics

Good with Children (3/5)
Good with Other Dogs (4/5)
Shedding (3/5)
Grooming Needs (1/5)
Coat Length (1/5)
Good with Strangers (3/5)
Playfulness (4/5)
Protectiveness (5/5)
Trainability (3/5)
Energy Level (5/5)
Barking Level (5/5)

Breed Variations

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