The pygmy pinscher was bred in the late 19th century by extensive breeding work. The ancestor of this breed was a large smooth-haired pinscher, who inherited such traits as devotion and fearlessness. These dogs were popular in the early 20th century. After the 2nd World War, the breeding of this breed resumed.
Character
This temperamental active dog, which is well trained, obedient, has a balanced character. She loves to bark, alert and fearless, devoted to her master. In relations with relatives, it manifests itself as a badass.
Content
Dwarf pinscher unpretentious in the content. It is well maintained in small apartments. Wool does not require careful care, it is smooth and short. He is very clean. It gets along well with different animals.
Using
This dog is considered an excellent dog for the townspeople who dream of a sports companion, it is a cheerful companion and a family dog. He is an excellent rat-catcher and a manly watchman.
Description of the pygmy pincher
Head
Head with a flat forehead, wedge-shaped, narrow. Strong skull, occipital protuberance does not protrude. The muzzle is wedge-shaped, pointed. The nose is black.
Eyes
Oval-shaped, slightly obliquely set, dark, medium-sized.
Ears
Triangular ears in shape, hanging or standing on the cartilage, are highly planted. Cropped ears are placed symmetrically, straight.
Neck
The neck smoothly passes into the withers, beautifully curved, high set. Skin on the throat without wrinkles, adjacent to the throat. Neck strong, dry.
Housing
Back strong and short. The loins are muscular and short. The croup is slightly sloping. The breast of the oval section, which extends to the elbows, is moderately broad. The front of the breast is well developed.
Tail
Natural.
Movement
The movements are graceful, elegant, light, like a lynx.
Hairline
The coat is dense and short, smooth and shiny. The hair is straight and moderately stiff. On the legs and head, the wool is softer, thinner and shorter.
Color
The dwarf pinscher is quite diverse: black with tan marks, which are located on the hind legs and front paws, breasts, on the head; one-color deer-red or deer-brown; Brown with golden-red or with bronze-red marks.
The weight
Up to 4.5 kg.
Live dwarf miniature pinscher to 13 years.
Care and maintenance
A dwarf pinscher can satisfy his needs for movement in a fenced garden. Pincher will not refuse a one-day trip with the owner. This dog can be happy in a city apartment with walks in the park and also in a village where can frolic on the nature. Daily wiping the dog with chamois and brushing it will give the dwarf pincher's hair a beautiful sheen.