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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 1
  • Chapter One: Biological Information 5
  • Taxonomy, Origin and History 6
  • Size, Life Span, and Physical Appearance 7
  • Quick Facts 8
  • Chapter Two: Miniature Pinscher as Pets 11
  • Is the Min Pin the Right Pet for You? 12
  • Pros and Cons of Min Pins 15
  • Legal Requirements and Dog Licensing 16
  • Cost of Owning a Dog 19
  • Chapter Three: Purchasing and Selecting a Healthy Breed 23
  • How to Purchase a Miniature Pinscher Breed from Reputable Breeders 24
  • Good Breeder vs. Bad Breeder 26
  • List of Breeders and Rescue Websites 31
  • Chapter Four: Habitat Requirements for Miniature Pinscher 37
  • Ideal Habitat for Your Dog 38
  • Housing Temperature 41
  • Tips on How to Dog – Proof Your House 42
  • Chapter Five: Nutrition and Feeding 45
  • Nutritional Needs of Miniature Pinscher 46
  • How to Select the Right Dog Food 46
  • Types of Commercial Dog Foods 49
  • Recommended Food Brands for Miniature Pinscher 50
  • Toxic Foods to Avoid 53
  • Tips in Feeding Your Miniature Pinscher 54
  • Chapter Six: Grooming and Training Your Miniature Pinscher 59
  • Training and Dealing with Your Dog’s Behavior 60
  • Training Tips for Your Min Pins 61
  • Housebreaking Tips 65
  • Guidelines in Grooming Your Miniature Pinscher 66
  • Chapter Seven: Showing Your Miniature Pinscher 69
  • Chapter Eight: Breeding Your Miniature Pinscher 79
  • Breeding Basics 80
  • Signs that Your Female Dog is ready for Mating 81
  • Pregnancy FAQs 81
  • Raising Puppies 84
  • Chapter Nine: Common Diseases and Health Requirements 87
  • Common Health Problems 88
  • Minor Problems: 88
  • Major Problems: 90
  • Vaccinations for Puppies and Adult Dogs 93
  • Vaccination Schedule 94
  • First Aid Treatments 96
  • Chapter Ten: Care Sheet and Summary 99
  • Glossary of Dog Terms 107
  • Index 113
  • Photo Credits 121
  • References 123

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