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Compare Miniature Pinscher and Chihuahua. Which is better: Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier?
Name | Miniature Pinscher | Chihuahua | Jack Russell Terrier |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 71 | 32 | 78 |
Reviews | 1 | 17 | 2 |
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Other Names
What other names do they have? |
King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin |
Csivava Chihuahueño |
Jack Russell Terrier |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Chihuahua? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier weight comparison: | Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg) | 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg) | 11-18 pounds (5-8 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg) | 4 pounds (2 kg) | 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier height comparison: | Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) | 6-9 inches (15-23 cm) | 8-15 inches (20-38 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) | 7.5 inches (19 cm) | 11.5 inches (29 cm) |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is more expensive? | $400-$600 | $600-$800 | $700-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier intelligence: | Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. |
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Trainability
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier trainability comparison. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. | Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. | Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory. | Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Energetic Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Responsive Clever |
Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively |
Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Miniature Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier? | High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier social needs comparison: | Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed. | Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Miniature Pinscher dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Miniature Pinscher dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Chihuahua dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier playfulness comparison: | The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. | Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier? | A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Miniature Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Miniature Pinscher dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Miniature Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier mouthiness comparison: | Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier? | Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs. | The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier health problems comparison: |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy |
Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Frequent The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Pinscher, Chihuahua and Jack Russell Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years |
14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years |
12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier?
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier energy level comparison: | Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal. | Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day. | 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier weight gain potential comparison: | High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier coat comparison: | Rough | Fine | Rough |
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Colors
What are the original Miniature Pinscher, Chihuahua and Jack Russell Terrier color? |
Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust |
Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate |
Black Tan White |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier grooming comparison: | Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding: | Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. | Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Hypoallergenic
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier? | Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets. | Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? | Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier? |
Yes Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Miniature Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Miniature Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people. | Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Miniature Pinscher or Chihuahua or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier? | Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. |
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Fighting Dog / Military Dog | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Miniature Pinscher and Chihuahua and Jack Russell Terrier have? | 2-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
Miniature Pinscher vs Chihuahua vs Jack Russell Terrier Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America |
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