Miniature Pinscher vs Wire Fox Terrier

Compare the Miniature Pinscher to the Wire Fox Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Miniature Pinschers and Wire Fox Terriers.

Miniature Pinscher vs Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
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General Details
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-15 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
14-15 Inches
Weight
8-11 Pounds
15-19 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
Unspecified
1876 AD
Temperament
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low
High
Grooming Needs
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Pinscher
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Rust
Black and Rust
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Rust
Blue and Rust
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Chocolate and Rust
Chocolate and Rust
Red
Red
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
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