SCRAPS Breed Profile MINIATURE PINSCHER
SCRAPS Breed Profile MINIATURE PINSCHER Stats Country of Origin: Germany Group: Toy Use today: Family companion, competitive obedience watch dogging and agility. Life Span: 15 years Color: Coat colors are red, black, tan or chocolate. Coat: Short easy-care coat. Grooming: The Miniature Pinscher's smooth, short-haired, hard coat is easy to groom. Comb & 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. Height: Male 10 – 12 inches; Females 10 - 11 inches Weight: Male 8 – 10 pounds; Females 8 - 9 pounds Profile Temperament: The Miniature Pinscher is a In Brief: Known as the "King of the Toys," the hardy little fellow that is very demanding and Miniature Pinscher is a compact, smooth-coated headstrong. This proud, overly courageous dog dog who is alert, spirited and fearless, with a likes to bark. They are loyal to their masters, unique high-stepping, hackney-like gait. They spirited and alert, with high energy. Intelligent, are good family companions and look out for lively and brave, it is a big dog in a little dog's their family, bravely challenging intruders with body. The Miniature Pinscher is moderately their bold, insistent bark. The "Min Pin" will be protective. Some can be very aggressive with happiest with a family that treats him like a other dogs, but they are generally good with standard-sized dog. He may be stubborn, but other pets and children provided the children do he's also smart. not pester.
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