Dog Training

It is but a rule of nature for every group in the world to have a leader, and by stating this, the little toy dog breed is no exemption. Hailed as the “Queen of Toy Dogs”, the Miniature Pinscher sits at the top of the ladder and leads this diminutive breed with good examples and great abilities. Also called as Zwergpinscher in Germany, meaning dwarf terrier, this little dog looks similarly like the Doberman only smaller in size.

The Miniature Pinscher came first before the Doberman and in fact, Karl Freidrich Louis Doberman, upon breeding the first Doberman, had the Miniature Pinscher in mind only he wanted his new breed to be 15 times larger. It was said that Doberman crossed the little dog with the German Terrier and the outcome was the very first Doberman Pinscher. The Miniature Pinscher on the other hand, is said to be a mix breed of the Daschund and Italian Greyhound.

The Min Pin is a hyper active, cheerful and affable little dog; and is extremely loyal and protective that it will defend its master and its territory ferociously against any possible threats, big or small. Originally, the Min Pins were used as vermin hunters in the stables and were recognized as working dogs. Presently, this breed is mostly taken in as household companions and is recognized as superb watchdogs and competitive sports dogs.

Before it was further developed, the Min Pin used to have a stout appearance and a rather coarse coat. Today, due to breeding enhancements, the Min Pin became quite refined and smooth coated. Its coat appears in colors red, stag-red, black and chocolate with markings of tan, rust, and blue or fawn.

Although little, the Min Pin’s body is well-chiseled, muscular and compact and stands elegantly neat and proper. Cleaning this breed also does not require too much effort for it only needs combing or brushing with a firm bristled brush and shampooing when it is necessary. It does not shed excessively too and that removing of lose hair only needs a wipe over using a warm and damp washcloth.

The Min Pin, although does not shy away from new people, is naturally inclined to a one or two person interaction only. However, this temperament can be adjusted by means of early exposure to people and other forms of animals. During its puppy days, make sure to socialize this breed in to different kinds of groups of people and animals so that it doesnt develop an exclusivity attitude when it grows in to an adult.

Never minding its size, this tiny little dog stands up against even the larger breeds because it is not easily swayed or intimidated. This attitude makes the Min Pin an excellent watchdog but as a companion in small apartments, not so. Excessive barking are usually the complaints of neighbors and so it is best to house them in to a more appropriate home.

Additionally, the limited space of the apartment is not ample for the Min Pin to strive happily and healthily. This creature needs not just daily walks but at least 45 minutes of intensive work outs and playtime, too. Its exercise venue needs to be a wide yet fenced space in order for it to romp around freely and vigorously without escaping out to the neighborhood.

Cameron Houston has been writing about and raising Miniature Pinschers for years. Read some of his works and know things about this breed like grooming, training, breeding and information about Miniature Pinscher. Go to his website now!

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