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Miniature Pinscher Dog Breed

The Miniature Pinscher (affectionately nicknamed Min Pin) is structurally a well balanced, sturdy, compact, short-coupled, smooth-coated dog. He naturally is well groomed, proud, vigorous and alert. Characteristic traits are his hackney-like action, fearless animation, complete self-possession, and his spirited presence.

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Miniature Pinscher

Breed Judging

Judging the Miniature Pinscher

Learn how to judge Miniature Pinschers, focusing on their balanced structure, movement, and unique temperament beyond their energetic nature.

July 1, 2024

Breed History

Miniature Pinscher History

Uncover the mysterious history of the Miniature Pinscher breed, tracing its evolution from Germany to America. Read more.

May 8, 2024

Side photo of a Miniature Pinscher walking, on leash.

Breed Judging

Judging The Miniature Pinscher

Insights on judging Miniature Pinschers dog breed, their unique gait, and table exam tips with expert Pamela DeHetre.

November 6, 2023

Interview with Kim Byrd, breeder behind the KISA Kennel

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Kim Byrd | KISA Kennel

Kim Byrd is the breeder behind the KISA Kennel. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the sires, the dams, the puppies, and much more!

July 24, 2023

Kim Calvacca and Robin Greenslade with their KimRo Miniature Pinscher

AKC

KimRo Miniature Pinschers | Kim Calvacca & Robin Greenslade – 2022 AKC Toy Group Honoree

Interview with 2022 AKC Breeder of the Year Toy Group Honoree, Kim Calvacca and Robin Greenslade of KimRo Miniature Pinschers.

February 7, 2023

Miniature Pinscher

Miniature Pinscher Dog Breed

Is That a Miniature Doberman? NO! It’s a Miniature Pinscher

For those of us who live and play with purebred Miniature Pinschers, our first inclination is to holler a great big emphatic “No!”—but we

June 14, 2022

Cheristar | Cherie McDaniel

Breeder Interviews

Cheristar | Cherie McDaniel

Interview with a Toy Group Breeder Cherie McDaniel – I am a retired RN and worked my last 20 years in the ER. I have been involved with dogs

April 19, 2022

Breed Judging

The Min Pin | A Beautiful Picture of a Profile Breed in Motion

The Miniature Pinscher is a profile breed. In my opinion this, means they should be judged with the most emphasis put on the picture you see

September 11, 2021

latest articles

Miniature Pinscher

Breed Judging

Judging the Miniature Pinscher

Learn how to judge Miniature Pinschers, focusing on their balanced structure, movement, and unique temperament beyond their energetic nature.

July 1, 2024

Breed History

Miniature Pinscher History

Uncover the mysterious history of the Miniature Pinscher breed, tracing its evolution from Germany to America. Read more.

May 8, 2024

Side photo of a Miniature Pinscher walking, on leash.

Breed Judging

Judging The Miniature Pinscher

Insights on judging Miniature Pinschers dog breed, their unique gait, and table exam tips with expert Pamela DeHetre.

November 6, 2023

Interview with Kim Byrd, breeder behind the KISA Kennel

Basenji Dog Breed

Kim Byrd | KISA Kennel

Kim Byrd is the breeder behind the KISA Kennel. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the sires, the dams, the puppies, and much more!

July 24, 2023

Kim Calvacca and Robin Greenslade with their KimRo Miniature Pinscher

AKC

KimRo Miniature Pinschers | Kim Calvacca & Robin Greenslade – 2022 AKC Toy Group Honoree

Interview with 2022 AKC Breeder of the Year Toy Group Honoree, Kim Calvacca and Robin Greenslade of KimRo Miniature Pinschers.

February 7, 2023

Miniature Pinscher

Miniature Pinscher Dog Breed

Is That a Miniature Doberman? NO! It’s a Miniature Pinscher

For those of us who live and play with purebred Miniature Pinschers, our first inclination is to holler a great big emphatic “No!”—but we

June 14, 2022

Cheristar | Cherie McDaniel

Breeder Interviews

Cheristar | Cherie McDaniel

Interview with a Toy Group Breeder Cherie McDaniel – I am a retired RN and worked my last 20 years in the ER. I have been involved with dogs

April 19, 2022

Breed Judging

The Min Pin | A Beautiful Picture of a Profile Breed in Motion

The Miniature Pinscher is a profile breed. In my opinion this, means they should be judged with the most emphasis put on the picture you see

September 11, 2021

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