Can anyone give me any info on these pups? How much should they cost. What types of health problems to they have. Etc....
2006-12-14 01:20:57 · 16 answers · asked by KristinaRM 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You should really make sure your husband wants a dog before you go out and buy one. If your sure, then check:
www.dogbreedinfo.com (They have a good description of the size/shape, temperment, height/weight, health problems, living conditions that would be good for the breeds, type of exercise they need, life expectancy, grooming and the origin of the breed. And lots of pictures.)
www.akc.org (It's a good place to find a reputable breeder. They're gonna ask you lots of questions to make sure you're a good home and you should ask them a lot as well to make sure they're really good.)
www.minpin.org (It's the MinPin Club of America. Lots of facts)
www.minpinrescue.org
www.miniaturepinscherrescue.org
2006-12-14 06:56:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Miniature Pinscher is susceptible to patella luxation and eye problems. As for giving one at Christmas time, wait till the holiday is over. Put doggy related things like a bowl, toys, and if possible a picture of the new puppy under the tree. That way when things have calmed down and there aren't all sorts of cables and tasty looking ornaments about, you can bring your puppy home to safety.
2006-12-14 10:18:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Min pins (miniature pinschers)are pretty easy to care for. They are very loyal and devoted to specific people who's laps they seek out. A few years ago we got a female primarily because they are very protective and thought she would make a good "alarm dog" if an intruder should approach. However, she barked incessantly at any and all guests as soon as they pulled into our driveway. Then when someone came into our yard to steal a Christmas display in the dead of night, she made no noise at. We finally got rid of her mainly because of all the yapping.
2006-12-14 09:36:07 · answer #3 · answered by anchorsawry 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Befroe you get him one for a present MAKE sure he really wants one. These are not really manly dogs. They are small hyper yappers. And I mean they shriek when they bark and they live to bark at anything that moves and some things that do not.
My nieghbors have had two. Both were barkers.
They had some health issue wit the first one and lost her when they tried to breed her. They lost her and the pups. Then got another female. She seems to be better.
2006-12-14 09:33:04 · answer #4 · answered by tlctreecare 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are alot of great websites- Try the American Kennel Club or Look for a breeder and discuss it - they may even have a Mini-Pincher rescue foundation - good luck
2006-12-14 09:29:21 · answer #5 · answered by Camie G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not sure of much info on them medical wise, but i do know they can cost anywhere from 200-400 dollars. They are loyal dogs, but are extremely hyper, throughout their lives. We nicknamed them the ADHD dog.
2006-12-14 09:26:12 · answer #6 · answered by joblow1953 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well...i think the first question should be are you sure your husband will take it well and he really wants one? Back to your question, i would suggest just browsing the web...there are alot of options there if you want to play full price for one :)
2006-12-14 09:37:58 · answer #7 · answered by Ally 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
these are good dogs, no health probs that i know of, cost between 150-300$. the only dog i halfway like is my wifes min-pin.
2006-12-14 09:27:35 · answer #8 · answered by bossman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think min-pins make great dogs they only cost about 100-400
dollars
2006-12-14 09:53:46 · answer #9 · answered by GeneralsBabyDoll 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
here is a web you can look up that dog or maybe find out what other dog may fit your life style.its a good thing you care enough to do research.
http://us.eukanuba.com/eukanuba/en_US/jsp/Euk_Page.jsp?pageID=BL&BS=M
The Eukanuba Library of Dog Breeds
2006-12-14 09:26:37 · answer #10 · answered by bassetluv 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋