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Name	Miniature Pinscher	Vizsla	Boxer
Origins	Germany	Hungary	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer?	Small	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Vizsla? Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 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: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer height comparison:	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 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: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$800-$1200	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer?	Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer intelligence:	Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer trainability comparison.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? 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.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Responsive Clever	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright
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.	Sensitive: Vizsla 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer?	High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer social needs comparison:	Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Boxer 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer playfulness comparison:	The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer?	A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. 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 Vizsla or Boxer?	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer 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.	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer?	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.	Vizsla 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.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer?	Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy
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 Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Pinscher, Vizsla and Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer energy level comparison:	Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal.	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups 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 Vizsla vs Boxer weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer coat comparison:	Rough	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Miniature Pinscher, Vizsla and Boxer color?	Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. 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 Vizsla or Boxer?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Hypoallergenic Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer 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 Vizsla vs Boxer?	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high 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 Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boxer 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 Vizsla or Boxer?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Pinscher or Vizsla or Boxer?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boxer 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 Vizsla or Boxer?	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Boxer 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 Vizsla vs Boxer?	Yes Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boxer 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 Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxer 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.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer 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 Vizsla or Boxer? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Vizsla vs Boxer?	Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer 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 Vizsla and Boxer have?	2-5 puppies	6-8 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Miniature Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Boxer 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 1960 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian 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	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

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