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Compare Beagle and Miniature Pinscher. Which is better: Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier?
Name | Beagle | Miniature Pinscher | Border Terrier |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 6 | 71 | 92 |
Reviews | 13 | 1 | 1 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier breeds. | English Beagle |
King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin | Borders |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) | Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg) | Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) | Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg) | Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier height comparison: | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) | Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) | Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) | Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) | Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds. | $500-$800 | $400-$600 | $1200-$1400 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? | Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which breed ranks highest? | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which is easiest to train? | Beagle dogs are easy to train. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. | Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most alert? | Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. | Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most protective? | Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory. | Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier? Compare temperaments. |
Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet |
Playful Energetic Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Responsive Clever |
Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Miniature Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier? | High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier social needs comparison: | Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed. | Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. | Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most playful? | The Beagle is a highly playful breed. | The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. | Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home. | Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most flexible? | Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Miniature Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? | Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Miniature Pinscher dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Miniature Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play? | Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which has fewer health issues? | The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy |
Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most active? | Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal. | Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? | Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which needs most food? | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red White Tricolor |
Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust |
Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. | Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which drools least? | The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which has least natural smell? | High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense | Rough | Rough |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or {name3 shedding: | Beagle dogs shed moderately. | Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. | Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which is best with kids? | Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Beagle dogs are generally with other pets. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets. | Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? | Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? | Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier? |
Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Miniature Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Miniature Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for service work? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which has best nose work ability? | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which is best for SAR work? | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for water work? | Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which has most puppies? | 2-14 puppies, average 7 | 2-5 puppies | 2-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Beagle vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Beagle, Miniature Pinscher, and Border Terrier. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers |
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