Carlin Pinscher Dog Breed Information

Posted on Jul 31, 2019, Modified : Jan 26, 2020 Zina

Carlin Pinscher temperament, behavior, personality

Breeds

Country of Origin	United States
Nicknames and Other Names	Pug-Min Pin Mix, Pug-Pin, Miniature Pinscher-Pug Mix
Scientific Name	Canis lupus familiaris
Breed Type	Crossbreed
Group	Toy Group
Bred For	Companion and Lapdog
Size	Small-Sized
Recognized By	DRA
Life Span	Around 15 Years
Ideal Weight	12-14 Pounds (male and female)
Ideal Height	11-13 Inches (male and female)
Fur Type	Short, Smooth
Common Colors	Light Brown, Black and Brown, Black and Tan
Markings	None
Availability	Moderately Available
Achievements	None
Suitable for Apartments	Yes
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	Miniature Pinscher Pug

The Carlin Pinscher is the blend of the two popular small-sized breeds: Miniature Pinscher and Pug. It is a designer breed that is believed to be originated in the United States.

Due to its small size, it is perfect for apartment life. It is mostly bought as a lap dog as it likes to cuddle and sit on the lap.

The Carlin Pinscher got the mixed appearance of both of its parents. It got the push back face like that of the Pug with the body of Miniature Pinscher. The ears are falling on the face, V-shaped and the eyes are round. The tail is short like Miniature Pinscher and legs are thick like Pug.

Temperament, Behavior, and Personality

Temperament: The Carlin Pinscher has mixed temperament. It got the comical temperament of the Pug and alert, curious temperament of Miniature Pinscher. They are a great family companion due to their playful and loving nature.

Behavior: The Carlin Pinscher thrives on the attention of its people and if the required love and attention are not given to them, they can become destructive. Play with them and spend times with them.

Personality: The personality of the Carlin Pinscher is friendly, affectionate, and easy-going. They get along with other pets if raised together from an early age. They are also welcoming of visitors and guest in the house if introduced properly.

Is Carlin Pinscher Child-Friendly?

Yes, Carlin Pinscher is good with children as they are playful and can play with them all day long. However, they cannot tolerate their rough behavior and can become aggressive.

So, close supervision is required by elders so that they do not hurt each other. Teach your kids to behave around dogs and treat them in a gentle way.

Carlin Pinscher and a boy posing.
Image Source: Instagram-@ amandajo514

Trainability

Training Carlin Pinscher is not difficult as they are smart but they can be stubborn sometimes which makes training difficult. Establish a firm and consistent leadership upon them and be patient with them.

They tend to respond well to positive methods of training so reward them with delicious treats and vocal praises. This will keep them motivated and focused on the training session.

Facts

Carlin Pinscher is very sensitive to cold weather, so it should be protected and kept warm during the cold season.
It is not recognized by American Kennel Club or any other major Kennel Club.

Health Issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Hip Dysplasia, Cataracts, Glaucoma,
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Distemper, Kennel Cough, Canine Coronavirus, Canine Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Canine Parainfluenza
Shedding	Moderate Shedder
Drooling	Low Drooler
Grooming	Minimal Grooming Required
Weight Gain Potential	Low
Separation Anxiety	High Chance
Allergies	None
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 18% Fat: 8% Fish Oil Antioxidants Multivitamins

The Carlin Pinscher can inherit some of the genetic health problems from its parent breeds.

Hip Dysplasia: The condition where the hip joints of your dog are either dislocated or underdeveloped is called hip dysplasia. It causes a sharp pain on the back of your dog causing it difficult to move from one place to another.
Hypothyroidism: The lack of the production of hormones from a thyroid gland causes slow metabolism. It causes weight gain, heavy shedding, and feeling extremely cold. It can be controlled by taking some thyroid pills. Consult a vet before giving your dog any kind of pills on your own.