Playful
Agile
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Clever
Mischievous

Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Italian Grey Min Pins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Finnish Lapphunds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Italian Grey Min Pins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose a Finnish Lapphund if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Miniature Pinscher and Italian Greyhound

spitz, wolf

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACA = American Canine Association Inc.
AKC = American Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
NAPR = North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

Italian Grey Min Pins have short coats.

Finnish Lapphunds have medium-length coats.

An Italian Grey Min Pin can have a litter of 2-5 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 Finnish Lapphund can have a litter of 12-15 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.

While the Italian Grey Min Pin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Periodontal Disease
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Congenital Eye Defects

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
Electronic Nerve Response and Activity Test
DNA

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Italian Grey Min Pins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Finnish Lapphunds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Italian Grey Min Pin has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Finnish Lapphund has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Italian Grey Min Pins need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Finnish Lapphunds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Italian Grey Min Pins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Finnish Lapphunds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Italian Grey Min Pins bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Finnish Lapphund dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Beach activites, Playing, Running, Cuddling, Watching tv, Sleeping

Hike, Walk

Italian Grey Min Pins 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.

Finnish Lapphunds 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian Grey Min Pin, it's at least 11 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 Finnish Lapphund, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Italian Grey Min Pins 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.

In general most Finnish Lapphunds 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 Italian Grey Min Pin is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Italian Grey Min 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 33-52 pound (15 - 24 kg) Finnish Lapphund feed 2.7 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 an Italian Grey Min Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Finnish Lapphund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Grey Min 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 Finnish Lapphund is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Italian Grey Min Pin is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Finnish Lapphund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

The Italian Grey Min Pin is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Finnish Lapphunds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Italian Grey Min Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Italian Grey Min Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Finnish Lapphunds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Italian Grey Min Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Finnish Lapphunds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Italian Grey Min Pins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Finnish Lapphunds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.