German Pinscher. History: The short-haired Pinscher, also known as Miniature Pinscher, is a very ancient breed, first mentioned in 1880. It shares common ancestors with the Schnauzer which, in fact, formerly bore the name of wire-haired Pinscher. From the very beginning, the smooth-haired Pinschers, mostly black with light brown spots, differed from the rough-haired ones precisely by the short-haired coat and the color of the coat. General Appearance: The German Pinscher is a short-haired, medium-sized dog with a strong square build. It has a proud bearing, it is strong like the Schnauzer, elegant, with a harmonious silhouette. Its well-developed musculature is clearly visible, due to its short coat, especially when in motion. BREED TRAITS & CHARACTERISTICS FCI standard 184 Breed group 2-DOGS OF TYPE PINSCHER AND SCHNAUZER-MOLOSSOID AND SWISS BOVARI DOGS Breed section 1A- TYPE PINSCHER AND SCHNAUZER Origin Germany Size Small Longevity 12-14 years Average litter size 2-5 puppies Temperament Smart, energetic, friendly, outgoing, playful, receptive Height 17-20 inches Male: 25-30 cm Female: 25-28 cm Weight 25-45 pounds Male: 4-5 kg Female: about 4 kg Colors Black and stag red, black and tan, chocolate and stag red, chocolate and tan, tan Adaptability This dog has a very low tolerance towards loneliness: it is not suitable for people who are away from home for a long time. Furthermore, its physical characteristics are the reasons behind its very poor tolerance of cold temperatures. Adaptability to apartment living This dog perfectly adapts to apartment life. Just take it out several times a day for short walks to satisfy his need for movement. Tendency to bark Frequent Relationship with children The Miniature Pinscher loves children very much. Relationship with cats - Relationship with dogs Not so social with other dogs. Openness to strangers The level of tolerance of this dog towards strangers is average if they are visibly harmless. Watch ability -. Exercise needs German Pinschers need at least one walk a day. Trainability The Pinscher is eager to learn and obeys commands fairly quickly, but it can also be stubborn. Grooming The German Pinscher's coat is super short and easy to keep in top shape. A brushing every two weeks is more than enough. Intelligence The German Pinscher has a lively intelligence, is quick to learn and eager to please its owner. It is a very curious breed which, if stimulated, gives great satisfaction. Playfulness Its love for game is one of the most exciting aspects of the Miniature Pinscher 's character, therefore it is often used for pet therapy. Health problems Hypoallergenic: NO. The Miniature Pinscher enjoys excellent health and longevity. However, it might have some pathologies such as dysplasia, Von Willebrand 's disease and eye diseases. PRODUCTS MAINTENANCE • LEMON SHAMPOO (traditional / traditional plus): it is a shampoo with a pleasant lemon scent, suitable for short-haired dogs and cats. It has a moisturizing effect. Suitable for sensitive skin. ml 500 - 1.000 - 3.000 / 300 - 1.000 - 5.000 • LEMON CONDITIONER (traditional / traditional plus): it is an emollient product making short-haired coats soft; its components also prevent dandruff and static. ml 500 - 1.000 - 3.000 / 300 - 1.000 - 5.000 SHEDDING SEASON TREATMENT • SULFUR PLUS CREAM SHAMPOO: cream shampoo with active colloidal sulfur and proteins of plant origin. The balanced composition and the high percentage of active colloidal sulfur make this shampoo a cosmetic-detergent treatment, particularly indicated against dandruff. ml 250 – 1.000 • CHERRY PEK: invigorating and repairing mask with silk proteins and a pleasant black cherry fragrance. Suitable for short-haired coats. ml 250 – 1.000 – 3.000 + pH BALANCE: cream balm particularly suitable for dogs and cats with damaged coats and very sensitive skin. ml 500 – 1.000 – 3.000