The Miniature Pinscher - A Perfect Family Pet
Ned D'Agostino
You may have heard some bad things about the Miniature Pinscher and if you didn't know any better, you may have even believed them. Perhaps you were told that the dog barks too much and is bad with children. Maybe you heard they are too hyper. It's possible you were even told they are miniature Dobermans. None of that is completely true.
What the Min Pin really is is an intelligent dog that is extremely loyal and intelligent, and yes, full of energy. It's no wonder this breed has been given the nickname "The King of the Toys."
When you're getting a Miniature Pinscher you're definitely getting a dog with an attitude. He's been called a big dog in a small dog's body. Min Pins only weigh about 10 pounds, but act like they are much bigger. And they are full of pride, which you can witness by the way they step high and hold their head high when they walk. This is a proud breed.
And because they are so loyal, proud and courageous, the Miniature Pinscher makes an excellent watchdog. But those same traits can make them difficult if not trained properly.
Min Pins can become almost tyrannical, running your house for you. If you own this breed you simply need to establish early on that you are the one in charge. Some Min Pin owners may have trouble disciplining their pet simply because he's so cute. Don't make this mistake. You'll find that because this breed is so intelligent that training is fairly easy.
And if trained properly they are incredible pets. They are loving, loyal and very playful. And quite simply, they are fun to watch. They are the stand up comedians of the dog world.
Remember we mentioned that the Miniature Pinscher is good with children. There's a catch. Because the breed is very sturdy and of course playful, kids can have a tendency to play too rough. Min Pins aren't fragile, but they are only 10 pounds. Children need to keep this in mind because as we said, they certainly act like they weigh more.
As for loyalty, the Miniature Pinscher can and will get along with everyone in your family. But they do tend to pick one person to become extremely attached to. You'll have a hard time finding a more loyal breed.
If you want a pet to entertain you, love you, be loyal to you, and just be fun to be around, the Miniature Pinscher would be a great choice. The breed remains very playful even into its old age. You may think you need a lot of energy to keep up with them, and to a certain extent that's true. But they love to play by themselves with you watching. And while they do need exercise, because of their size they can get plenty of it just running around your home or apartment.
And when play time is over they'll be happy to sit there right next to you. So if you want a family pet that's loyal, fun, smart and easy to care for, the Miniature Pinscher may be just the breed you're looking for.
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To find out more about the Miniature Pinscher go to Miniature Pinscher World for training info and other facts for Min Pin lovers. Also find out about many other dog breeds to help you pick out the perfect pet.
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