Appearance of the French Pin
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The French Pin will have the physical characteristics of both its parents. It will be a small to medium-sized dog weighing from 6.5 to 11.5 kilos. Its height will vary from 25.5 to 40.5 centimeters. With an elegant body that is robust and muscular, its coat will be smooth and short. It can have a combination of colors such as black, brown, white, red or brindle. The French Pin's ears are generally erect and are often large and bat-like, like those of the French Bulldog. The French Pin's alert, friendly eyes will be dark and its nose will be black. Its tail may be naturally short, like the French Bulldog's. |
Temperament of the French Pin
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The French Pin will have the behavior and personality traits of both its parents. Obedience training is recommended from an early age, as it helps your hybrid to grow in confidence. He may want to listen when he feels like it, not necessarily all the time; firm, consistent teaching, combined with kindness, should enable him to succeed in the classroom. French Bulldogs are easy-going, but Miniature Pinschers can be a little nervous. Your French Pin will get on well with children, but you need to be careful as he can be possessive of his food and toys. Supervise your children at all times and explain that the French Pin is to be left alone when eating or chewing a toy. Your hybrid will be happiest in a dog family, although he may adapt if another furry family member is introduced when he's a puppy. He's not a fan of the feline species, but again, he could adapt if paired at a young age. |
Needs and activities of the French Pin
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Your French Pin can live comfortably in a house or apartment. He can be energetic and sometimes wants to bounce around and rule the roost, so a house with a yard in which to let out a burst of energy from time to time is ideal. Make sure the yard is secure in case your French Pin's prey kicks into high gear and you don't want him dashing into traffic after a squirrel. Off-leash walking is not recommended at all, he may know his recall commands but choose not to obey when on the hunt. May be prone to obesity, daily walks are a must. This hybrid can stand the heat and can easily overexert itself on a hot day. Exercise in the shade and make sure water is available. |
Maintenance of the French Pin
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The French Pin is a low-maintenance dog. One of the most time-consuming parts of his maintenance program will be taking care of his teeth. As small dogs can often have teething problems that lead to crowded teeth, proper brushing will be important. Daily care is recommended. Nails should be checked and trimmed every two weeks. Brushing your French Pin with a smoother brush will keep its coat shiny and smooth. He may shed a little, and a comb through the coat every day during the shedding season will help loosen the coat. |