Alice White
The Miniature Pinscher can be an excellent companion and loyal friend. Representatives of the breed are popular all over the world, in particular, due to the fact that they have an extraordinary gait, like a horse. Pinschers look graceful and elegant.
Character
The Miniature Pinscher never grows up. Throughout his life, he remains the same playful, energetic puppy. The dog can be affectionate, gentle, but stubbornness, obstinacy, and aggressiveness are also present in the character of the Pinscher.
Representatives of the breed are excellent companions and loyal friends. The main thing is not to spoil this smart dog too much, she will quickly understand that the owners can be manipulated and turn into naughty, uncontrollable animals.
Pinschers get along well with children. Little dogs and little kids enjoy playing outdoor games. It is only necessary to teach the child to handle the pet carefully, otherwise, there is a risk that the baby will inadvertently harm the fragile dog. And that, in turn, can respond with aggression to the offense on the part of children.
With the guests of the house, the pinscher behaves cautiously and aggressively. It takes time for the dog to feel and see that strangers are not dangerous, then he calms down and behaves adequately. In general, Pinschers are by nature very suspicious, distrustful. For the slightest reason, they bark loudly and for a long time.
Other pets are treated kindly, provided they know them from puppyhood. They behave aggressively and cocky with other people’s dogs, they easily get involved in a fight. Small animals can be mistaken for prey by the pinscher, so hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, and even kittens should not be left alone with the born rat-catcher in the form of a miniature pinscher.
Interesting Facts
- A peculiarity of the Miniature Pinscher breed is its unusual gait. The gait resembles that of a riding horse, the dog raises its forelimbs too high when walking.
- In the distant past, the miniature pinscher was valued as an unsurpassed catcher of rats and mice.
- Despite his small stature and weight, the pinscher fearlessly rushes at any stranger who has violated the boundaries of the dog’s possessions.
- In ancient times, in high society, the dwarf pinscher was called the traveler’s talisman. The dog was put in a carriage, at the slightest provocation the dog began to bark loudly, thereby frightening off possible enemies, robbers.
- In the distant past, whole packs of Miniature Pinschers were kept at the courts of rulers.
- A Miniature Pinscher does not spend a single day in his life on a couch, he is constantly on the move, not counting periods of illness or sleep.
- The Miniature Pinscher is one of the smallest service dogs.
- Another nickname for the Pinscher – “battery-powered dog”, was named so because of the inexhaustible supply of energy in a small body.
Pros
The obstinate dwarf pinscher is not for everyone; only a strong-willed, self-confident, and at the same time caring and the gentle person will cope with the character of the Miniature Pinscher. The Miniature Pinscher can be very affectionate, but there are moments of aggression. It all depends on upbringing and socialization. To determine whether it is your pet or not, you need to familiarize yourself with the main pros and cons of the breed.
- Unpretentious in food.
- Easy care.
- An excellent watchman.
- Cheerful, playful.
- Nice appearance.
- Does not shed much.
- High intelligence.
- Ideal for apartment maintenance.
Cons
- Headstrong, stubborn.
- Males tend to mark the territory both in the yard and in the apartment.
- Manic suspicion and unjustified aggressiveness.
- Often, for a long time, barks loudly.
- Do not tolerate heat and cold.
- Requires daily active walks and a lot of attention.
- Obesity tendency.
