Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Quiet
Athletic

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

American Pit Bull Terrier and Greyhound

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
White

Red
Fawn
Blue
Brown
Gray
Black
White
Brindle

Mini Cairn Pins have short coats.

Greybull 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 Greybull Pit can have a litter of 5-8 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 Greybull 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)

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

None

Hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism

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

Hip
Heart
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Blood Tests

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

Greybull 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.

Greybull 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.

Greybull 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 Greybull Pit, it's at least 12 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 Greybull Pits usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Mini Cairn Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Greybull Pit is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Hemostat
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 30-85 pound (14 - 39 kg) Greybull 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 Greybull 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 Greybull 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 good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Greybull Pits make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

Greybull Pits are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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