Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Bold
Clever

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Clever

Miniature Pinschelkhounds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Pinweilers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Miniature Pinscher, Norwegian Elkhound

Rottweiler, Miniature Pinscher

Unknown

1990s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Gray

Black
Brown
Fawn

Miniature Pinschelkhounds have medium-length coats.

Pinweilers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Miniature Pinschelkhound can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pinweiler can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Pinweilers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Hyperthyroidism

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Aortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Eye Infections

Entropion
Color Dilution Alopecia
Lymphoma

Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Blood Tests and Analysis
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
DNA for VWD

Miniature Pinschelkhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pinweiler has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Pinweilers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Miniature Pinschelkhound, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pinweiler, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Miniature Pinschelkhounds usually need at least 70 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pinweilers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Miniature Pinschelkhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Pinweiler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Miniature Pinschelkhound feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-60 pound (18 - 27 kg) Pinweiler feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Miniature Pinschelkhound is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Pinweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Pinschelkhound is between $48 - $56. This makes an average of $576 - $672 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pinweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pinweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Pinweilers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Pinweilers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.