Comparison: Chihuahua and Miniature Pinscher

Chihuahua and Miniature Pinscher are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Chihuahua
Photo: Carlos.ferreira.rejas, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Miniature Pinscher
Photo: VGioia6888, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
ChihuahuaMiniature Pinscher
FCI group9. Companion and Toy Dogs2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
Country of originMexicoGermany
CategoryVery small (toy)Small
Height at withers15–23 cm25–30 cm
Weight1.5–3 kg4–6 kg
Life span12–18 years12–16 years
Recognition features
  • Weighs 1.5-3 kg, apple-shaped head
  • Large erect ears
  • Smooth or long coat in any colour
  • Small slim dog about 30 cm, dobermann-like
  • Smooth black-and-rust or red coat
  • Characteristic high-stepping gait
CoatSmooth or long coat, all colours.Short, dense, glossy coat; black-and-tan, red, chocolate.
PurposeThe smallest dog breed in the world; from Mexico, likely descended from Toltec and Aztec dogs.A German stable ratter, nicknamed ´king of toys´ for its confident attitude.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.