The Pinscher is a very popular and recognized dog worldwide. However, there is some confusion as to the types of pinschers that are currently recognized. In this article by Animal Expert, we will follow the classification proposed by the International Cynological Federation, which includes the Pinschers in Group II and Section 1.1.
Below, we will explain the most noteworthy features and types of Pinscher included in this section, namely the Affenpinscher, the Doberman, the German Pinscher, the Miniature, the Austrian and the Farm Dog from Denmark and Sweden.
- Affenpinscher.
- Is without a doubt one of the most beautiful types of Pinscher.
- Thanks to its particular physical appearance.
- In fact.
- They are also called a monkey dog or a monkey dog.
- It is a breed of German origin.
- Whose appearance dates back to the seventeenth century.
Affenpinscher specimens used to hunt pests, but have now become increasingly popular pet dogs. They have a life expectancy of between 14 and 15 years. They are very small, weighing no more than 3.5 kg and a height of less than 30 cm. They are great dogs to live with children and adapt to apartment living. They prefer warm temperatures and don’t need much exercise. Despite their size, their alert nature makes them good watchdogs. On the other hand, they can be a little difficult to educate.
This imposing breed is of German origin, and the Doberman is considered a direct descendant of the black and brown German hounds. He’s Pinscher’s biggest guy. The first specimens date back to the 19th century and were intended for safekeeping. Today, they are also found as companion dogs.
They have an average life expectancy of 12 years. They are large dogs, weighing between 30 and 40 kg, and measuring between 65 and 69 cm. They adapt to urban life and prefer warm climates. They don’t need much care, thanks to their short coat, and they are good students for obedience training. Of course, they may have problems with other dogs. Dobermans can be found in brown, blue, brown and black.
Este tipo de Pinscher deixa claro no nome o seu país de origem. É considerado o Pinscher padrão. Como outras raças deste grupo, o Pinscher Alemão começou sua caminhada como caçador de animais prejudiciais desde o século XVIII. Hoje ele vive como cachorro de companhia, também em ambientes urbanos, onde se adaptou à vida em apartamentos.
The German Pinscer prefers warm climates and has a considerable level of activity, so it needs enough opportunities to exercise. He’s a good goalkeeper, but he may have trouble living with his canine counterparts. In addition, it can be difficult to train you for obedience.
Its life expectancy is 12 to 14 years. It is medium-sized, weighs between 11 and 16 kg, with a height ranging from 41 to 48 cm. Its fur can be brown, black and reddish brown and dark brown.
This type of Pinscher is the smallest in the group. The dwarf Pinscher is also known as Zwergpinscher. Of German origin, its appearance dates back to the eighteenth century. At the time, his job was to hunt mice. Today, however, it has also adapted to urban life and is a pet dog in many homes, although it has not lost an apex of its personality.
It has a life expectancy of between 13 and 14 years. It weighs between 4 and 5 kg, and its height varies from 25 to 30 cm. It prefers warm climates and, in fact, should not live permanently outdoors. He is a very obedient student and a good watchdog, always alert. Your fur hardly requires care. It can be found in red, blue, chocolate and black.
As the name suggests, this type of Pinscher is native to Austria and dates back to the 18th century. His initial task was to monitor and hunt pests. Today he’s in business. The Austrian pinscher has a life expectancy of between 12 and 14 years. It is a dog of medium size, with a weight of between 12 and 18 kg. Its height varies from 36 to 51 cm.
They’re good guard dogs, but they can be hard to train. They may also be less receptive to other dogs. Its fur, which supports a variety of colors, is very easy to maintain. It adapts to city life and shows preference for temperate climates.
This breed is almost certainly the most unknown among the pinscher types classified by the International Cynological Federation. The name refers to their country of origin, where they appeared in the eighteenth century. They are dogs that are born with the purpose of controlling livestock, but nowadays they can be found as companion dogs, adapted to urban life.
Naturally, these are dogs that have a high level of energy. They should be able to exercise every day. They act as guard dogs, withstand low temperatures and are good companions for children at home. Its fur, accepted in various colors, requires little care. Its life expectancy ranges from 12 to 13 years. They are medium-sized dogs, weighing between 12 and 14 kg and measuring between 26 and 30 cm.
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