Comparison: Italian Greyhound and Miniature Pinscher

Italian Greyhound and Miniature Pinscher are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Italian Greyhound
Photo: Grigur, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Miniature Pinscher
Photo: VGioia6888, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Italian GreyhoundMiniature Pinscher
FCI group10. Sighthounds2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
Country of originItalyGermany
CategorySmallSmall
Height at withers32–38 cm25–30 cm
Weight3.5–5 kg4–6 kg
Life span12–15 years12–16 years
Recognition features
  • Very slim and light, 32-38 cm
  • Smooth fine coat
  • High-stepping gait
  • Small slim dog about 30 cm, dobermann-like
  • Smooth black-and-rust or red coat
  • Characteristic high-stepping gait
CoatVery short, fine and smooth coat.Short, dense, glossy coat; black-and-tan, red, chocolate.
PurposeA miniature sighthound, a favoured companion of Mediterranean noble families and European courts.A German stable ratter, nicknamed ´king of toys´ for its confident attitude.

Breed page: Italian Greyhound · Breed page: Miniature Pinscher

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.