Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Stubborn
Clownish
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Fearless

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

American Pit Bull Terrier and Doberman Pinscher

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
White

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Brown
White
Brindle

Mini Cairn Pins have short coats.

Doberman Pits have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Mini Cairn Pin can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Doberman Pit can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Mini Cairn Pins are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Doberman Pit breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Aortic Stenosis
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

None

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Hypothyroidism
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Eye Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Thyroid Testing
Full Body Physical Examination

Cardiac
Heart
DNA Test
Hip

Mini Cairn Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Doberman Pit has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Mini Cairn Pins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Doberman Pits have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Mini Cairn Pins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Doberman Pits are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini Cairn Pin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doberman Pit, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini Cairn Pins usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Doberman Pits usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Mini Cairn Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Doberman Pit should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Mini Cairn Pin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-80 pound (16 - 36 kg) Doberman Pit feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Mini Cairn Pin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Doberman Pit is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mini Cairn Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Doberman Pit is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Mini Cairn Pins are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Doberman Pits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Mini Cairn Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Doberman Pits are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Mini Cairn Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Doberman Pits are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Mini Cairn Pins are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Doberman Pits are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.