At what age do min pins ears stand up?
Miniature Pinschers should have their ears cropped when they are between the ages of 8 and 12 weeks. This way, the ears can be shaped and modeled to suit the dog’s appearance.
What should I do if my Min Pin has health problems?
Start your Min Pin off on the right foot by feeding the right food, giving the right vaccinations, finding the right vet, and if you’re going to spay or neuter, don’t do it too early. Jump down to this list of Miniature Pinscher Health Problems
What kind of disease does a Min Pin have?
The most serious orthopedic disease in Min Pins is Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, a crippling degeneration of the hip. Less serious, but fairly common, is luxating patella (loose knees), which may or may not require expensive surgery. Epilepsy and heart disease (mitral valve disease) are concerns in the breed. There are an awful lot of blind Min Pins.
Why are there so many blind Min Pins?
Luxating patella (loose knee joints) also cause pain and lameness and can require expensive surgery. There are a lot of blind Min Pins. Cataracts often progressing to blindness, and progressive retinal atrophy always progresses to blindness). Epilepsy and heart disease are also concerns in the breed.
What kind of skin disease does a Miniature Pinscher have?
A skin disease called color dilution alopeciais common in blue Miniature Pinscher. It causes patchy hair loss resulting in a moth-eaten look, along with chronic skin infections that require medicated baths. Demodectic mange is regularly seen in Min Pin puppies and adolescents.
Do Min Pins have a history of having hip problems?
MY MIN PIN IS 6 YRS OLD AND HE SEEMS TO HAVE TROUBLE PERIODICALLY WITH ONE OF HIS HIPS OR REAR LEGS. Submitted:14 years ago. Category: Dog Show More Show Less Ask Your Own Dog Question Share this conversation Answered in 3 hours by: 1/23/2007 Dog Specialist: Dr. Vicky Lamb, Veterinarian replied 14 years ago Dr. Vicky Lamb, Veterinarian
What kind of health problems does Min Pins have?
Complete list of Miniature Pinscher health problems The most serious orthopedic disease in Min Pins is Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, a crippling degeneration of the hip. Less serious, but fairly common, is luxating patella (loose knees), which may or may not require expensive surgery.
Is there such a thing as a Min Pin dog?
However, the Min Pin is a distinct and much older breed. Even though these are purebred dogs, you may find them in the care of shelters or rescue groups. Remember to adopt! Don’t shop if you want to bring a dog home.
Luxating patella (loose knee joints) also cause pain and lameness and can require expensive surgery. There are a lot of blind Min Pins. Cataracts often progressing to blindness, and progressive retinal atrophy always progresses to blindness). Epilepsy and heart disease are also concerns in the breed.