Curious
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Steady
Watchful
Fast

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Clever

Weimshepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Chin-Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Germany

​United States

Weimaraner, German Shepherd

Japanese Chin, Miniature Pinscher

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray

Black
White
Red
Brown

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

Chin-Pins have short coats.

A Weimshepherd can have a litter of 6-8 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 Chin-Pin can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Bloat
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow
Hip And Eyes
Thyroid Tests

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

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

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

Weimshepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Playing, Road trip, Fetch, Run, Grooming DAILY, Snuggling, Tug of war, Cuddling, Walking

Walking

Weimshepherds 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.

Chin-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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Weimshepherd, it's at least 14 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 Chin-Pin, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Weimshepherds 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 Chin-Pins usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Weimshepherd feed 3 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 8-20 pound (4 - 9 kg) Chin-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 Weimshepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Weimshepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Chin-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.

Weimshepherds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

Chin-Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Weimshepherds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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