Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Good-natured
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Clever

Whippet, Miniature Australian Shepherd

Miniature Pinscher, French Bulldog

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black

Pied
Red
Blue
Black

Brindle
Brown
Red
Black
White

Miniature Ausseippets have medium-length coats.

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

A Miniature Ausseippet can have a litter of 4-8 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 French Pin can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Color Dilution Alopecia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Various Blood Testing Modalities
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Eye and Ear Examination

Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Fecal Examination
Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Endocardiogram
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Dermatopathology

Miniature Ausseippet has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

French Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Miniature Ausseippets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Miniature Ausseippets 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.

French Pins 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.

In general most Miniature Ausseippets 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 French Pins usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) Miniature Ausseippet feed 2 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 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) French Pin 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 Miniature Ausseippet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Ausseippet is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 French Pin 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 Miniature Ausseippet is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Miniature Ausseippets make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

French Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Miniature Ausseippets are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Miniature Ausseippets are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

The Miniature Ausseippet is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

French Pins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.