The Miniature Pinscher puppy, often referred to as the Min Pin, is very loving, and is one that everyone wants to pet and hold. They are in looks like the larger breed, but do not let their small size fool you, they are very loyal and protection of their family.

Temperament of your Miniature Pinscher Puppy

The Miniature Pinscher puppy is very stubborn and demanding. He will let others know that he is present and that he wants full attention. He is very loyal, brave, active, intelligent, and has energy that will outlast most owners. Do not spoil or pamper this puppy, if you do he will become very jealous and will be hard to control around other family members or pets.

Living Environment for your Miniature Pinscher Puppy

The Miniature Pinscher puppy does well living in an apartment and does not need a yard as long as he receives his daily walk and playtime. If you do let your miniature pinscher puppy outside, during cold weather it should only be for a short time as his coat will not protect him for the cold.

Training your Miniature Pinscher Puppy

The Miniature Pinscher puppy is easy to train due to his intelligence and loves obedience training. The training should be consistent, firm, and strict; however, they do not enjoy being yelled at and prefer a gentle trainer.

Grooming your Miniature Pinscher puppy

The Miniature pinscher puppy is an average shedder and is very easy to groom. You should shampoo when needed and then use a firm bristle brush. A damp cloth wiped over the short hair will rid them of the loose hair.

Stats

Origin: Germany

Life expectancy: 15 years

Diet: Unlike other small or miniature puppies, this breed needs more calories per pound than the larger breed. The diet should be high quality and nutritious. With the Miniature Pinscher puppy, you should not give the puppy any foods that contain preservatives such as ethoxyquin, butylated hydroxytoluene, and butylated hydroxyanisole as they tend to cause health problems.

Your Miniature Pinscher puppy until age 12 weeks should eat four small meals per day of puppy formula. From 12 weeks to 6 months, he should eat three small meals per day of puppy formula. When he reaches 6 months of age until 1 year old, he should only be eating two meals per day of either puppy or adult formula. After one year of age, he can eat one or two meals per day of adult formula. After he reaches the age of 9 years, he should be eating senior formula once or twice per day.

Exercise: As with most dogs, the Maltese needs daily walks. As long as he or she receives playtime and a daily walk, their exercise will be complete.

Health issues: Legg’s Perthes Disease, Epilepsy, and Patellar Luxation

Height: 10 to 23 inches for males and 10 to 11 inches for females

Weight: 8 to 10 pounds for males and 8 to 9 pounds for females

Colors: The Miniature Pinscher is seen in colors of red, black, stag red, chocolate with either rust or tan markings. In the UK, blue and fawn miniature pinschers are also recognized.

Coat: smooth, short, and straight