Chinese Crested vs Miniature Pinscher

Compare the Chinese Crested to the Miniature Pinscher. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chinese Cresteds and Miniature Pinschers.

Chinese Crested vs Miniature Pinscher
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
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General Details
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-14 Years
Height
10-13 Inches
10-12 Inches
Weight
5-12 Pounds
8-11 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Origin Country
China
Germany
Origin Year
1800 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
60-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Common Health Issues
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Loose teeth
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Bald
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Hairless
Short
Coat Coloring
Chinese Crested
Miniature Pinscher
Breed Colors
Apricot
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Brown
Chocolate
Cream
Red
Sable
Silver
White
Black and Rust
Black and Tan
Blue and Rust
Blue and Tan
Chocolate and Rust
Red
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