Unfortunately, the Mini Cairn Pin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Schnauffens are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured

Mini Cairn Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Schnauffens shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

Affenpinscher and Schnauzer

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
White

Brindle
Gray
Black

Mini Cairn Pins have short coats.

Schnauffens have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Wiry

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 Schnauffen can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

Entropion
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Myotonia Congenita

None

Urinary Stones

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

Eye Examination
Full Body Examination
DNA for VWD

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.

Schnauffens are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Schnauffen dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Schnauffen, it's at least 5 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 Schnauffens usually need at least 45 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.

Schnauffens have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Schnauffen is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Schnauffen is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Mini Cairn Pins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Schnauffens have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Schnauffens are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Schnauffens are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.