The Carlin Pinscher is a mixed-breed dog, originating from the Miniature Pinscher and the Pug. It is a relatively new type of dog, bred by various individuals since the mid-1990s. They are not yet a recognized purebred dog breed. This small dog of unknown parentage may be part Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher. ... Common nickname Minpin Country of origin Germany Classification and breed standards The Miniature Pinscher, also known as the Minpin by fanciers, is a toy breed of dog. ... Mops redirects here. ... Purebreds, also called purebreeds or pedigreed, are cultivated varieties or cultivars of a species, achieved through the process of selective breeding. ... This Chihuahua mix and Great Dane show the wide range of dog breed sizes. ...

Temperament

Carlins are an intelligent breed of dog; however, they are not as intelligent as breeds such as Border Collies or Poodles. They can also be stubborn and independent. Many dogs can easily be trained to retrieve. ... A Border Collie is a hard-working herding breed of dog that originated in the border country of England and Scotland. ... The Poodle is a breed of dog; specifically, it is a gun dog noted for its ability in the water and bird hunting skills. ...

Carlins are affectionate without being clingy. They can be aloof with strangers and should be well-socialized as puppies to prevent them from becoming overly suspicious of people outside of their family. These dogs are very bold 'big dogs in little bodies' and must be monitored around other dogs to prevent the Carlin from getting in over its head, as it doesn't seem to realize that it weighs only 15 pounds.

With proper socialization, Carlins can co-exist peacefully with cats, other dogs, and even birds such as parrots. This Article discusses the learning process called socialization. ...

Children and Carlins can live together only when the child is respectful of the dog's space and body. Puppies raised with kind children make for kind grown-up dogs. Almost any puppy or dog that is teased, tormented, or otherwise mistreated will react in a negative manner such as biting or scratching. With very young children, extra caution is necessary. Puppies don't understand that a toddler isn't being mean on purpose and may bite or scratch to get away from pulling and pinching little hands.

As with most puppies, training them takes patience. Carlins in particular are strong-willed dogs that require a consistent environment. While not hyperactive, they are not wallflowers, either. Hyperactivity can be described as a state in which a person is abnormally easily excitable and exuberant. ... Species Erysimum ammophilum Erysimum angustatum Erysimum arenicola Erysimum capitatum Erysimum cheiranthoides Erysimum cheiri Erysimum durum Erysimum franciscanum Erysimum hieracilifolium Erysimum inconspicuum Erysimum insulare Erysimum menziesii Erysimum occidentale Erysimum odoratum Erysimum pallasii Erysimum perofskianum Erysimum repandum Erysimum scoparium Erysimum teretifolium The genus Erysimum includes the wallflowers, which include both popular garden...

Carlins are smart and, like all smart dogs, they need to be mentally stimulated or they get bored. Boredom quickly leads to destructive behaviors such as chewing, digging, and nuisance barking. Giving a Carlin a job at which he can work helps to burn off energy, keeps him occupied, and strengthens the bond between dog and owner. A Carlin's job might be following simple obedience commands to earn his meals or treats, learning and performing simple tricks, or a good workout retrieving a ball. Simply putting a Carlin into a yard alone or with another dog to play is not enough; they need to work daily. Owners should spend time and energy training and mentally stimulating the Carlin, especially when he is a puppy.

Health

Not much is known about the long-term health of Carlins, simply because they haven't been around long enough and there aren't enough of them to accurately compile data. However, no serious debilitating issues have presented at this time.

External links

• Carlin FAQs
• Carlin Pinscher on dogbreedinfo.com