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Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: King Of The Toys or Continental Toy Spaniel or Aberdeenie? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
King Of The Toys
Reh Pinscher
Zwergpinsc
Min Pin
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Aberdeenie
Scottie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Papillon? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) 19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) 21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier height comparison:
Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $400-$600 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?
Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.

Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier intelligence:
Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier trainability comparison.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?
Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish 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.
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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Clever
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Playful
Independent
Alert
Quick
Selfish
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.
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Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier?
High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier social needs comparison:
Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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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.
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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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.
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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Scottish Terrier 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.
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Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed.
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The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier?
A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?
Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher 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 Papillon indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.

Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish 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.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Scottish Terrier 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 Papillon or Scottish 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.
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Scottish Terrier 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.

Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.
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 Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Scottish Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier?
Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Scottie Cramp
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 Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Pinscher, Papillon and Scottish Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Scottish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier energy level comparison:
Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal.
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?
Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier coat comparison:
Rough Feathered Wiry
Colors
What are the original Miniature Pinscher, Papillon and Scottish Terrier color?
Black
Tan
Red
Chocolate
Rust
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
Red
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or {name3 shedding:
Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier?

Medium

The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Scottish 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.
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The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?
Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?
Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Pinscher or Papillon or Scottish Terrier?
Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish Terrier?
Yes
Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Scottish 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
Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Scottish 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.
Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.
Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Papillon or Scottish Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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 Papillon vs Scottish Terrier?

Not really

Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Scottish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Papillon vs Scottish Terrier 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Miniature Pinscher and Papillon and Scottish Terrier have?
2-5 puppies 2-4 puppies 2-5 puppies

Miniature Pinscher vs Papillon vs Scottish 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 1915 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy 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
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
Club Espanol De Terriers

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