Průvodce plemenem:Miniaturní pinč

Úvod do miniaturních pinčů

Miniaturní pinčové, známí jako „min pin“, jsou psi Toy Group, kteří milují zábavu, mají dlouhou životnost a nebojácný přístup. Jsou kompaktní s hladkou srstí a „velkými psími“ osobnostmi, na které je často zábavné se dívat.

Existuje obecná mylná představa, že miniaturní pinčové jsou jen malými verzemi dobrmana. Ve skutečnosti je min pin samostatné plemeno samo o sobě – pravděpodobně se vyvinulo ze směsi německého pinče, jezevčíka a italského chrta.

Pokud chcete energického, inteligentního a hezkého psa se spoustou lásky, může být miniaturní pinč přesně to, co vaše domácnost potřebuje!

Velikost miniaturních pinčů

Miniaturní pinčové jsou malí psi, kteří by podle standardu jejich plemene měli vážit pouhých 8 až 10 liber a v dospělosti by měli stát 10 až 12,5 palce. Minimální počet odznaků, které nejsou určeny pro výstavní kruh, se může trochu lišit od standardu plemene.

Tito psi obvykle dosáhnou své konečné dospělé výšky přibližně v 10 měsících věku; jejich sociální a emocionální vývoj se však nadále vyvíjí až do věku přibližně 15 měsíců. Existují jen velmi malé rozdíly ve velikostech samčích a samičích min pinů; samci jsou však téměř vždy o něco větší než samice.

Zde je návod, jak velký můžete očekávat, že váš miniaturní pinč bude úplně dospělý.

Charakteristika malých pinčů

Miniaturní pinčové jsou vynikající společenští psi, kteří jsou vysoce energičtí, ostražití a sebevědomí. Lidé často podceňují cvičební potřeby min pinů. Tato štěňata by měla mít každý den dostatek pohybu, aby zůstala zdravá a silná, ale naštěstí to není příliš obtížné kvůli jejich malé velikosti.

Tito psi jsou také zvědavá štěňata, která milují věci zkoumat. To znamená, že budete muset bedlivě hlídat svého malého špendlíka a nikdy ho nepustit ven bez vodítka, abyste se vyhnuli únikové situaci. Miniaturní pinčové mohou mít silnou vůli, takže to nemusí být to nejlepší plemeno pro začínajícího rodiče.

Když poznáte osobnost miniaturního pinče, zde je to, co můžete očekávat na základě jeho nebo jejích plemenných vlastností.

Historie malých pinčů

Přesný původ miniaturního pinče je poněkud neznámý, ale historici se domnívají, že tito psi jsou kříženci jezevčíka a italského chrta, možná s trochou německého pinče. Toto plemeno pochází několik set let a bylo původně vyvinuto v Německu, aby udrželo krysy mimo domovy a stáje. Jedná se o starší plemeno než dobrman, což je odlišné plemeno, i když oba druhy mláďat mají podobný vzhled.

German breeders created the Pinscher Klub in 1895, and the dog was first shown at Germany’s Stuttgart Dog Show in 1900. The breed became more well-known outside of Germany in the years that followed and was brought to the U.S. around 1919. The American Kennel Club began recognizing the breed in 1925, and the Miniature Pincher Club of America formed in 1929. Miniature pinchers continue to be a popular breed of dog in Europe and America today.

Miniature Pinscher Standard Information

Since miniature pinschers are purebred dogs, the American Kennel Club uses standards to guide shows and competitions. These standards describe the dog’s specific qualities as well as their general appearance, which is sturdy, compact, smooth-coated, and naturally well-groomed.

Here is an overview of the breed standard information for miniature pinschers:

Head:

• Tapering and narrow head
• Slightly oval, clear, and dark eyes
• High set ears, erect from base to tip
• Flat, forward-tapering skull
• Strong, not delicate, muzzle
• Scissors bite for teeth

Neck, Topline, Body:

• Gracefully curved neck
• Compact, muscular body
• Well-developed forechest
• Strong and short loin
• High-set tail, held erect

Forequarters:

• Clean and sloping forequarters
• Elbows close to body
• Dewclaws removed
• Catlike, small feet

Hindquarters:

• Legs straight and parallel
• Well-muscled thighs
• Well-defined stifles

Coat:

• Short, hard, and smooth coat
• Lustrous coat that uniformly covers body

Color:

• Shades of red, black with rust-red markings, chocolate with rust-red markings
• White on any part of dog should not exceed ½ inch

Gait:

• High-stepping
• Free and easy gait
• Smooth and strong drive from the rear
• Head and tail carried high

Caring for Miniature Pinschers

Miniature pinschers are adaptable dogs that often do very well in small spaces. They get along with dogs and cats if they are socialized, but these aren’t dogs to leave alone all day by themselves. This is because they are social pups that can get into things they’re not supposed to and chew things if they become bored.

Here are some general tips for taking the best care of a miniature pinscher:

Best Living Environments:

• Apartments with limited space are usually fine, although barking can be a problem
• Houses with small, fenced-in backyards
• Not best around very small children who may be too rough – best for kids ages 10 and older

Type of Exercise:

• Playing fetch and games with people
• Light hiking for a mile or two
• Running around the house or yard
• Walks around the neighborhood

Mental Enrichment:

• Food puzzles when left alone
• Give lots of attention
• Flimsy toys may get chewed through and destroyed

Training Strategies:

• Smart but can be independent and stubborn
• Positive training methods only
• Start obedience training classes early
• Can be trained to be a watchdog

Grooming Tips:

• Very easy to groom with just weekly brushing
• Average amount of shedding, but less hair than many large or long-haired dogs
• Don’t bathe too often to avoid dry skin (simply wiping the coat with a warm washcloth works great after outdoor playtime)
• Brush teeth regularly with a toothpaste designed for dogs
• Trim nails regularly or get professionally trimmed

Common Health Problems of Miniature Pinschers

Pet parents should know that min pins typically live for around 12 to 16 years, which is longer than many other (especially larger) dog breeds. However, these tiny pups are still prone to certain health conditions that can have you spending more time at the vet than you’d expect.

To help you pay for rising vet costs and give you peace of mind that you can always take the best care of your min pin, be sure to consider a pet insurance plan from Healthy Paws.

These are some of the most common health issues that arise with miniature pinschers:

• Progressive retinal atrophy and other eye diseases
• Epilepsy
• Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease of the hip joint
• Patellar luxation of the knee
• Hypothyroidism, which can lead to other conditions but is treatable
• Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) VI, a genetic disease that all breeding min pins should be screened for

The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals recommends that, at a minimum, miniature pinschers intended for breeding get a patella evaluation to check the health of their knees and that they be screened for at least two other common health problems.

Not all health problems in miniature pinschers are related to genetics. To prevent accidents in the house, it is a smart idea to baby-proof your home so that your min pin can’t accidentally ingest small items, fall off high surfaces, or escape out of window or door screens.

Diet and Nutrition for Miniature Pinschers

Most adult miniature pinschers will thrive when eating a high-quality, nutritionally complete and balanced dog food. Puppies should eat puppy food until they are around 10 months old. If you feed your min pin homemade dog food, make sure you are working from a recipe that is designed by a veterinary nutritionist and that is appropriate for your dog’s age and health status.

Feed the amount of dog food needed to keep your pet slim. You should be able to see your miniature pinscher’s waist and feel (but not see) their ribs without having to press too hard. In general, puppies need more calories per day than do adults, but a dog’s requirements will vary with his or her activity level and other factors. Don’t leave food out all day for a miniature pinscher to graze on. Divide the total amount of food for the day into at least two meals for adults and three to five meals for puppies. Place the food out in a bowl at approximately the same time each day.

Talk to your veterinarian if you have any questions about your Miniature Pinscher’s diet or health.

Where to Adopt or Purchase Miniature Pinschers

If you want to bring a purebred miniature pinscher into your home, the AKC Marketplace is a good place to start because only AKC-registered litters and breeders who follow special rules and regulations are listed here. The Miniature Pinscher Club of America is an official breed group that provides information about the breed, promotes responsible breeding practices, and offers resources for purchasing a purebred min pin.

However, you can also find min pins and mixed breeds with min pin genetics in local animal shelters all around the country. Some people buy purebred min pins and later discover that they aren’t able to handle their behaviors or be home enough to take the best care of the new dog. There are also programs available to help you find a senior miniature pincher in need of a loving home.

Save A Rescue, Pets Established, and Pet Finder are examples of websites that help connect people to miniature pinchers in their area. The Internet Miniature Pinscher Service, Miniature Pinscher Club of America Rescue, and Southern Star MinPin Rescue, Inc. are rescue groups to look into if you want to adopt a min pin.

Related Breeds

People who love the miniature pinscher breed are often curious to learn about related and similar breeds that might suit their need for a canine companion too. Here are some other breeds to consider for your next furry friend:

• German pinscher
• Italian greyhound
• Doberman pinscher
• Toy Manchester terrier

Pet Insurance for Miniature Pinschers

Miniature pinschers benefit from having pet insurance because of their inquisitive nature, spirited energy, and long life span. With Healthy Paws pet insurance, you can take your min pin to any licensed vet you choose and submit a photo of your vet bill online to get reimbursed for the costs of care. Our coverage is provided with no maximum limits on claim payouts and pays for accidents and illnesses that are not pre-existing conditions or otherwise excluded under the policy.

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