Miniature pinscher dog portrait
(Photo Credit: SensorSpot / Getty Images)

Miniature Pinscher

The Miniature Pinscher dog breed was originally bred in Germany to hunt vermin, primarily rats, in homes and stables. Many people think that they were developed by breeding Dobermans to progressively smaller sizes, and indeed, they look similar to Dobermans. However, the Min Pin is a distinct and much older breed. This breed is good…

Statistics
Dog Breed Group
Companion Dogs
Height
10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight
8 to 11 pounds
Life Span
10 to 14 years
X