The Miniature Pinscher: Cleanest of the Toy Dogs

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 08:37:20 PST

The Miniature Pinscher is an ancient breed, although not in the form that we know today. Opinions differ about the origin of the Miniature Pinscher. He just might be the "neatest" of the toydogs. He makes an admirable, clean pet for any size home. Most authorities agree the Miniature Pinscher is the German development of the toy terrier and has been known in Germany and other European countries for hundreds of years. There are old pictures showing the Miniature Pinscher as a ratter and it is said that he still retains his keenness as a watchdog and in his vocation of being a ratter. He looks like the Doberman, but he is not related.