Dog
Pronunciation:
pin-nee-poo
Breed Description:
The Pinny-Poo breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Miniature Pinscher and the Miniature Poodle. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Pinnny-Poo will have qualities of all the parents. They are a toy sized breed of dog that should be compact and robust. They should have an athletic appearance in a small package. The top line usually slopes slightly towards a medium length tail that is commonly docked. The head is usually wedge shaped, although it has more thickness to it than a Miniature Pinscher. The ears are commonly medium in size and folded forward, although they can also be erect or hang to the side of the head.
The Pinny-Poo can have a number of coats including the short, smooth coat of the Miniature Pinscher and the curly, long coat of the Poodle. Many times the coat is a medium length coat that covers the dog completely. The overall texture of the coat is wiry and hard and it gives the Pinny-Poo a scruffy look. The Pinny-Poo can be found in any colors that are common in the parent breeds but the most common color is the black with tan points that is common in the Miniature Pinscher.
Temperament:
The Pinny-Poo breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. They are often described as being a versatile and intelligent breed that fits into any lifestyle. They often high a lot of energy but their small size makes them easy to exercise and they can often keep up with even the busiest of person. The breed is very intelligent and while they can be reserved, they are often affection with their owners. The breed does very well with children of all ages and they can do well with other dogs. They may have a strong prey drive, which may make them unsuitable for homes with small non-canine pets. In general, the breed is playful, friendly and very loving.
Height:
There is no set height for a Pinny-Poo at this time.
Weight:
The average weight for a Pinny-Poo is between 6 to 10 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Pinny-Poo breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on the Miniature Poodle and the Miniature Pinscher to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Pinny-Poo breed of dog is a versatile when it comes to living conditions and they can live in both apartments and homes with yards. They should not live outdoors and do best when they are inside with their family as a companion dog. If they have a yard, make sure it is a fenced yard since the Pinny-Poo may chase after animals they feel is prey.
Exercise:
The Pinny-Poo breed of dog is a very energetic breed of dog and will need about 45 to 60 minutes of exercise each day to stay healthy and happy. It is important to keep them on leash when they are exercising since the Pinny-Poo can have a high prey drive and may chase after small animals.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Pinny-Poo breed of dog is a very easy breed to groom and, regardless of coat type, they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. A wipe down with a damp cloth will keep them clean and they should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. For the curly coat, some clipping may be required to keep the coat easy to maintain. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and nails should be clipped once or twice a month.
Origin:
The Pinny-Poo breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Hush Basset, it is important to read up on both the Miniature Poodle and the Miniature Pinscher. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
