Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Clever

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Pinweilers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Frenchneses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Rottweiler, Miniature Pinscher

French Bulldog and Havanese

1990s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Brindle
Fawn
White
Black
Sable
Gray

Pinweilers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Frenchneses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Pinweiler can have a litter of 8-12 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 Frenchnese can have a litter of 1-9 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.

Pinweilers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Frenchneses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Aortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Entropion
Color Dilution Alopecia
Lymphoma

Patellar Luxation

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
DNA for VWD

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination

Pinweilers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Frenchneses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Off-leash, Snuggling, Play

Hiking

Pinweilers 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.

Frenchneses 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 Pinweiler, it's at least 16 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 Frenchnese, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pinweilers usually need at least 90 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 Frenchneses 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.

The Pinweiler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Frenchnese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pinweiler should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Frenchnese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-60 pound (18 - 27 kg) Pinweiler feed 3.5 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 14-22 pound (6 - 10 kg) Frenchnese 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.

The average cost of a Pinweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 per day.

The average cost of a Frenchnese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pinweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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 Frenchnese is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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 Pinweiler is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Frenchneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Pinweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Frenchneses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pinweilers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Frenchneses are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Pinweilers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Frenchneses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Frenchneses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.