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Name	Miniature Pinscher	Dachshund	German Pinscher
Origins	Germany	Germany	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or Dachshund? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$500-$700	$1400-$1600
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher intelligence:	Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher trainability comparison.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? 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. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Responsive Clever	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher?	High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:	Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
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. See more.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher?	A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Pinscher indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher 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.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	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.	Dachshund 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher?	Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	No data available
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.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Pinscher, Dachshund and German Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher energy level comparison:	Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.	German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher coat comparison:	Rough	Fine	Dense Shiny Smooth
Colors What are the original Miniature Pinscher, Dachshund and German Pinscher color?	Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher?	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low 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. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher?	Yes Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Pinscher 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 Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Pinscher 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.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Miniature Pinscher or Dachshund or German Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 Dachshund vs German Pinscher?	Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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 Dachshund vs German Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Miniature Pinscher and Dachshund and German Pinscher have?	2-5 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Miniature Pinscher vs Dachshund vs German Pinscher 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 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.
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 Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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

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