Breed Comparison: Miniature Pinscher Versus Papillon

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Miniature Pinscher Versus Papillon: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Miniature Pinscher and for the Papillon. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Miniature Pinscher or the Papillon.

Miniature Pinscher versus Papillon

Miniature Pinscher versus Papillon: Overview

Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are similar in size. The Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are both tiny-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are Companion Dogs. This means both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Miniature Pinscher versus Papillon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Miniature Pinscher to the Papillon based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon

Factor Miniature Pinscher Papillon
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 16 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 8 to 11 pounds 4 to 9 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1470 $1800
Price Range $825 – $1500 $1400 – $2000
Temperament Score 82.5 percent 82.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Patellar Luxation
  • PENNGEN
  • Eye Examination- recommend screening every 2 years
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 67 49
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 37 8

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Miniature Pinscher in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Papillon. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Miniature Pinscher is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Papillon is 89 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papillon is a better pet than the Miniature Pinscher. So, you should get the Papillon!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

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    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon

    Below is a list of where the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are most different:

  • Miniature Pinschers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Papillons are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Miniature Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Papillons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • The Similarities Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon

    The Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are most similar:

  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Miniature Pinscher versus Papillon

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon.

    Miniature Pinschers weigh 8 to 11 pounds when fully grown. Miniature Pinschers are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Papillons weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Papillons are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Miniature Pinscher versus Papillon

    The lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Papillons is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Papillons is 14.0 years.

    Papillons live longer than Miniature Pinschers.

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    Temperament of the Papillon Versus the Miniature Pinscher

    The Miniature Pinscher has a better temperament than the Papillon.

    This is because the temperament score for the Miniature Pinscher is 82.5 percent while the temperament score for the Papillon is 82.3 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 82.5 percent, the Miniature Pinscher has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 82.3 percent, the Papillon has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon by measuring the temperaments of 57 Miniature Pinschers and 96 Papillons.

    Price of Miniature Pinscher versus Price of Papillon

    The average price of the Miniature Pinscher puppy is $1470. The price of the Miniature Pinscher typically ranges from $825 – $1500. However, the price of a Miniature Pinscher can be as low as $100 and as high as $50000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 159 Miniature Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Papillon puppy is $1800. The price of the Papillon typically ranges from $1400 – $2000. However, the price of the Papillon can be as low as $700 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 108 Papillon puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Papillon is more expensive than the Miniature Pinscher.

    Miniature Pinscher Papillon
    Average Price $1470 $1800
    Price Range $825 to $1500 $1400 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Miniature Pinscher and Papillon. For different price points, the charts show how many Miniature Pinscher puppies or how many Papillon puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Miniature Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Miniature Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Papillons

    A breakdown of the prices of Papillons

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Miniature Pinscher puppy or the Papillon puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

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    Adopting the Miniature Pinscher versus Adopting the Papillon

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Miniature Pinschers and many Papillons are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Miniature Pinscher named Fuji that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Miniature Pinschers like Fuji on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Miniature Pinschers, Papillons are also available for adoption. For example, Felix is a Male Papillon that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Papillons like Felix that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Zeus is the name of another Miniature Pinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Miniature Pinschers and Papillons that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Miniature Pinscher versus the Intelligence of the Papillon

    Miniature Pinscher Papillon
    Intelligence Rank 37 out of 130 dog breeds 8 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After Fewer Than 5 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Miniature Pinscher has an obedience intelligence rank of 37 out of 130 dog breeds. The Miniature Pinscher belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Miniature Pinschers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Papillon has an obedience intelligence rank of 8 out of 130 dog breeds. The Papillon belongs to the `Brightest Dogs` category. This means that Papillons tend to learn new commands after fewer than 5 repetitions.

    The Papillon is more intelligent than the Miniature Pinscher.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Miniature Pinscher versus Popularity of Papillon

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Papillon is more popular with dog owners than the Miniature Pinscher. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Papillon is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Miniature Pinscher is 67 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Miniature Pinscher

    Popularity of Miniature Pinscher

    Popularity of Papillon

    Popularity of Papillon

    Year Miniature Pinscher Popularity Rank Papillon Popularity Rank
    2013 53 38
    2014 61 43
    2015 64 48
    2016 68 53
    2017 71 53
    2018 70 54
    2019 74 53
    2020 77 53

    Health Problems of Miniature Pinscher versus Health Problems of Papillon

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Miniature Pinscher is prone to more genetic health problems than the Papillon.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Miniature Pinscher than for the Papillon.

    3 health tests are recommended for Miniature Pinscher while 2 tests are recommended for the Papillon.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Miniature Pinschers and in Papillons.

    Miniature Pinscher Health Problems

    Miniature Pinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Miniature Pinscher puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Miniature Pinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Miniature Pinscher breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Miniature Pinschers for:

  • Clear By Parentage
  • Patellar Luxation
  • PENNGEN
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Miniature Pinschers here.

    Papillon Health Problems

    Papillons are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Papillon puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Papillon puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Papillon breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Papillons for:

  • Eye Examination- recommend screening every 2 years
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Papillons here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Miniature Pinschers and Papillons

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Miniature Pinscher Breed is Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    This is because the Miniature Pinscher ranks 7 out of 40 dog breeds for Legg-Calve-Perthes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 169 Miniature Pinschers, 2 of them had Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Miniature Pinschers, and how common these diseases are in Miniature Pinschers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 7 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 39 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 68 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 190 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Papillon Breed is Patella problems.

    This is because the Papillon ranks 55 out of 145 dog breeds for Patella problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 2362 Papillons, 70 of them had Patella problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Papillons, and how common these diseases are in Papillons relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Patella problems: Rank 55 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 67 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 148 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Miniature Pinscher and in Papillon and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon:

    Disease Miniature Pinscher Rank Papillon Rank
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems 7 out of 40 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 39 out of 182 dog breeds 148 out of 182 dog breeds
    Patella problems 68 out of 145 dog breeds 55 out of 145 dog breeds
    Hips problems 190 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 67 out of 159 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Miniature Pinscher versus Papillon

    Miniature Pinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Papillons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Miniature Pinschers shed more than Papillons?

    Miniature Pinschers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Papillons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Miniature Pinscher or the Papillon

    Miniature Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Papillons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Miniature Pinscher or the Papillon?

    Miniature Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Papillons are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Miniature Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papillon?

    Miniature Pinschers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Papillons have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Miniature Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Papillons?

    Miniature Pinschers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Papillons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Miniature Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Papillons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Miniature Pinscher vs. Papillon

    Miniature Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Papillons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Miniature Pinschers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Papillons can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Miniature Pinscher or the Papillon?

    Miniature Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Papillons get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Miniature Pinschers good family dogs? What about Papillons?

    Miniature Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Papillons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Miniature Pinschers and Papillons?

    Miniature Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Papillons get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Miniature Pinscher Easier to Train than the Papillon?

    Miniature Pinschers are fairly easy to train.

    Papillons are very easy to train.

    Is the Miniature Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Papillon?

    Miniature Pinschers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Papillons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Miniature Pinscher or the Papillon?

    Miniature Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

    Papillons are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Pinscher

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Miniature Pinscher that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Miniature Pinscher:

  • American Hairless Terrier (75 percent match with Miniature Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Papillon vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Manchester Terrier (79 percent match with Miniature Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Papillon vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Schipperke (75 percent match with Miniature Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Papillon vs Schipperke.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papillon that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Papillon:

  • Bichon Frise (78 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Pinscher vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (78 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Pinscher vs Cavachon.
  • Havanese (79 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Pinscher vs Havanese.
  • Papipoo (86 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Pinscher vs Papipoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Miniature Pinscher and how the Papillon compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Miniature Pinscher and of the Papillon to other breeds:

    Miniature Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Papillon Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Miniature Pinscher versus Papillon. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Miniature Pinscher and the Papillon better suits you and your family.