Get to Know a Chihuahua and a Mini Pinscher

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A few days ago, my father picked me up from campus. On our way home, we passed a really big house and saw a small dog in the garden. My father said, “Look at that! It looks like your dog, Ovi.” I told my father the dog we saw was a Chihuahua and Ovi was a Mini Pinscher, they were not the same. However, my father was very persistent. He was sure the dogs were the same breed. Based on my personal experience, I realize many people are confused about the differences between a Chihuahua and a Mini Pinscher. Therefore, the purpose of this essay is to inform the readers three differences between a Chihuahua and a Mini Pinscher, so the readers can get the best pet that suits their lifestyle. Three differences between a Chihuahua and a Mini Pinscher are their physical appearances, temperaments, and health concerns.
To begin with, a Chihuahua and a Mini Pinscher have five different standards of physical appearance which are their heights, weights, coats, colors, and tails. A Chihuahua, the smallest dog breed in the world, is usually six to ten inches tall. According to American Kennel Club, the acceptable weight of a Chihuahua is less than six pounds. Chihuahua dog breed comes in two different coats, long coat and smooth coat. In addition, a Chihuahua comes in any solid color; white, black, brown, red, and cream. Some Chihuahuas come in different color combination with various patterns; for example white with brown spots. On the other hand, a Mini Pinscher is taller than a Chihuahua. A Mini Pinscher is normally 10 to 12.5 inches tall. Moreover, the average weight of a Mini Pinscher is around eight to eleven pounds. Mini Pinscher dog breed comes in smooth coat only. There are limited acceptable colors as a standard for a Mini Pinscher which ...

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.... Moreover, a Mini Pinscher often suffers from Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease or LCPD. LCPD is a disorder condition of a Mini Pinscher’s hip joint, which limits the blood flow to the femoral area.
In conclusion, a Chihuahua and a Mini Pinscher are different dog breeds although they are alike in a glance. A Chihuahua’s and a Mini Pinscher’s physical appearances are different. There are some standards for each dog breed according to American Kennel Club. Additionally, a Chihuahua’s temperaments are different from a Mini Pinscher’s temperaments. A Chihuahua is defensive and loyal to one owner. On the other hand a Mini Pinscher is vigilant yet friendlier than a Chihuahua. Furthermore, a Chihuahua lives longer than a Mini Pinscher. A Chihuahua also suffers less health problem than a Mini Pinscher. Despite their differences, a Chihuahua and a Mini Pinscher are worth loving.

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