The Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua mix is often known as the Chipin. This tiny pup has a friendly, playful personality and can be quite entertaining to share a home with! They are also relatively low maintenance with easy grooming and limited exercise needs. And they’re ideally suited for small living spaces, yet make an alert watchdog.
However, as a result of their strong personalities and delicate structures, these dogs are not well-suited for homes with kids. If left alone too much they can suffer separation anxiety and as a result, become destructive. Their small size also means you need to be mindful of avoiding accidents and injuries, both at home and while out on walks. There is a lot to consider!
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A Purebred Past
Mixed lapdogs like the Chipin are a relatively recent fad, but this hybrid does have a rich history if you dive back into the pasts of their purebred parents.
Despite the similar name, the Mini Pinscher is not a much smaller version of the Doberman Pinscher. They are believed to have originated in Germany several hundred years ago as a barnyard ratter. Breed historians consider them to be a cross between the Dachshund and the Italian Greyhound.
The diminutive Chihuahua is the world’s smallest dog breed. Their ancestry appears to date back to pre-Columbian times.
The Aztecs were said to have refined the larger, heavier Techichi, an ancestor of the Chihuahua, into a smaller, lighter dog. Americans visiting Mexico in the mid-1800s became fascinated with these tiny dogs found in the State of Chihuahua and brought them home.
Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Mix Appearance
This mixed breed’s appearance can vary depending upon which parent he takes after. Even within the same litter, one puppy can look more like the Miniature Pinscher, while his siblings take after the Chihuahua.
One thing is certain: he will definitely be cute.
His short, smooth coat will come in many colors, but most likely will be black and tan. Other colors include: cream, chocolate, golden black, white, and tan. If the Chihuahua parent was long-haired, the Chipin mix may have a longer coat as a result.
Size and Structure
Based on two rather distinctive dogs, you’ll find your puppy has a defined look. The head will be small and round, and they will have a tiny pointed muzzle, dark eyes and huge ears. Small and compact, the Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua mix will usually weigh between 5 and 11 pounds. Height will range from 7 to 12 inches.
Temperament Traits
As with appearance, temperament can vary with mixed breeds. The Miniature Pinscher is known to be intelligent, independent, and energetic, while the Chihuahua is loyal, sassy, and entertaining.
Both of these dogs think they’re the center of the universe and will lap up attention!
Despite their size, Chihuahuas can be aggressive. The Miniature Pinscher can also be antagonistic if not socialized properly.
Each of these breeds is protective of those they love and as a result they make excellent watchdogs. You can expect your Mini Pinscher Chihuahua mix to want to be around people all of the time.
Both parent breeds can suffer from separation anxiety and get bored easily if left alone. This can lead to destructive behavior. They will likely be suspicious of strangers and must be socialized early, especially if other pets are in the home.
Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Mix Behaviors
The Mini Pinscher Chihuahua Mix is known to have a stubborn streak. Consistency is key. This is a dog who can become distracted. Patience, consistency, and plenty of praise and treats are required for successful training.
It’s not uncommon for potty training to be a problem for small dogs, and the Chihuahua and Mini Pinscher are no exception. Once poor toilet routines have been established it’s very difficult to retrain. Establishing a schedule and sticking with it early on is essential.
Crate training is an excellent tool when you’re not at home. Dogs will avoid soiling their own space if possible.
Socialization
Any breed requires early socialization. This means exposing them to a wide variety of people, places, and situations as soon as possible.
It’s very important that a small dog like the Chipin gets accustomed to being handled so they don’t become aggressive and bite.
Exercise
While the Chihuahua can usually get enough exercise trotting around a small space and going for short, slow walks, the Miniature Pinscher is a very active and athletic dog.
There’s a good chance your Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua mix will require plenty of exercise. Two good walks and daily outdoor play sessions may become part of your routine.
This is not only to keep him fit and trim, but also to avoid behavioral problems like digging, chewing, and excessive barking.
Miniature Pinscher and Chihuahua Health
Being small is a health advantage for dogs. However, being too tiny can create some special problems.
Dental problems
Little dogs have little mouths and teeth crowding makes decay more likely. Daily cleaning, regular dental check-ups, and avoiding high sugar content is your best defense against dental problems.
Eye problems
Vision issues, some of which may cause blindness, can be a significant cause for concern for both parent breeds. The Chihuahua is especially at risk for a host of eye diseases including glaucoma, cataracts, corneal ulcer, lens luxation, and cherry eye.
Other issues
Heart defects are a leading cause of death among older Miniature Pinschers.
Patellar luxation, in which the kneecap pops out of place, is a common concern for both the Miniature Pinscher and the Chihuahua.
Other health problems found in the Mini Pin include Legg-Calve-Perthes disease. This involves disintegration of the hip joint, and hyperthyroidism.
Chipin’s Lifespan
The Miniature Pinscher has a lifespan of 12 to 16 years and the Chihuahua 14 to 16 years. Your puppy is therefore likely to live well into their teen years.
(paid link) Rescue vs Buying
There are some advantages to adopting a dog. Busy families might find it easier to adjust to an older dog than to an energetic puppy. This is particularly true for first-time dog owners.
Getting a dog from a shelter will almost always be less expensive. In addition, they will typically have their shots as well.
Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Mix Breeders
In the last two decades, the popularity of mixed breed dogs has soared, so although this is a more unusual combination they are still not too hard to come by. The important thing is to ensure that your chosen breeder is producing puppies ethically.
The parents should be loved pets despite being used for producing puppies. They should know their name and have an obviously strong bond with their owner.
Any good breeder will be happy to answer any questions you have about their dogs. Be sure to see where the puppies were living, meet the parents and ask to see their health certificates.
(Ms.)Terry Larson says
My best furry friend, Skippy, crossed the Rainbow Bridge Nov. 18, 2019. He was a Jack Russell/Beagle mix. Eight months later, I knew it was time. I was well into my 70s. I knew my new furry friend would have to be a little less boisterous & smaller than Skippy. We were deep into the pandemic by then. We visited our animal shelter at least twice. Most of the dogs there were pit bull mixes. I started looking at the shelter’s web page every day. One morning, there he was. “Hi, I’m Rocky. I’m awfully shy, but if you just give me a chance, you’ll find out I’m awfully nice.” The shelter advertised him as a Min Pin mix. One look was all it took to see there was some chihuahua there, too. OMG – he was so cute.
We met him the next day. He really didn’t want much to do with us, but he had said to just give him a chance. We brought him home. He cowered under the dining table. That lasted about 20 minutes. I guess he decided we were pretty okay as far as humans went. He slept under the covers with us that night & every night since.
Rocky is the smartest dog I’ve ever lived with. He & Gracie Kat are best friends. I’ve caught them kissing. Rocky takes me for walks in the neighborhood. He is also very stubborn, & I am way too easy. He’s extremely huggable. If I’m having a not so great day, Rocky can always turn it around.
Chipin, Minchi – whatever, Rocky is the world’s best dog.
Annie says
Just lost my chipin a couple of days ago…he was my everything. I had him since he was 7 weeks old and passed at the age of 22. I miss him so badly. It’s nice to know there are so many others with great experiences with these dogs.
Sarecee says
Annie, I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my little girl Sasha April 28, 2023. She was 9 yrs old. The sweetest baby ever! She and I been thru alot together and I never imagined I could be this broken. It makes my heart happy to see the joy others have found with Chipin’s.
They are indeed a special lil dog! Sending Prayers🙏
Robert Keller says
My miniature pincher chihuahua mix is an amazing dog. Very loving, loves to be around people and prefers a soft lap to lay on over his own corner of the couch and blanket. My concern is his back left leg. Whenever he jogs, he’ll keep that leg off the ground and doesn’t use it. He just uses the other three. He also avoids that leg when running at a slow pace to medium pace. I’ve noticed that when he runs his fastest he uses that back leg. I’ve taken him to the vet twice to have it checked, first time we gave him a strong pain killer and I observed him to see if he was using that leg. He didn’t use it. The vet also did an X-Ray but didn’t see anything that stood out. If anyone else who owns a small lap dog has the same issue will you leave a reply and let me know what’s going on with your dog? Thank you!
Anum Tanvir says
Is the running bourse like or galloping ? My puppy runs like that all the time. At first I thought something was wrong with her legs since she was a rescue. Then I started reading about this mix breed and it said that running like that is one of the traits. Hope that helps!
Katrina Lindsay says
My mini pincher Chihuahua mix runs like that as well. Sometimes she does it sometimes she doesn’t. It’s indicative of the breed if you read about it nothing is wrong.
Irene says
We adopted our chipin 7 years ago from the pound, she was listed as Min Pin but one look at her told me no. I had a Min Pin previously and loved her and was looking for another, I didn’t know the were crossing Min Pins with Chihuahuas until I saw our little Princess.
Well about 4 weeks ago a couple of girls had a dog that looked like a Min Pin and I struck up a conversation with them. Turned out the dog wasn’t theirs, they found him running in the road, they were taking him to the pound cause they couldn’t keep him. I took him and have been searching for his owners with no luck, he does have some minor medical issues and my vet feels he may have been dumped because of them. I’m still looking though I will keep him and get the operations he needs.
Now I’m wondering if he isn’t a chipin, though he definitely looks more Min Pin. He’s very active and has already attached to me. It’s obvious that he had very little training but is picking up things quickly.
How do you say Chipin? Is it Chee-Pin or Chi-Pin with a short sounding i? Maybe we should call them Minchis (Min-Chee).
Ranada says
I am thrilled! I have a 13 yr old min pin Chihuahua and just got my 6 month old min pin Chihuahua. It has been a couple of weeks with a steep learning curve but we are making tremendous progress toward bonding and developing our new pack.
Izzy was very easy. She is more Chihuahua. Hallie has been very tough due to her stubborn streak. She is more min pin. Hallie is extremely sensitive and tries very very hard. She is very intelligent. In 9 months we will establish and accomplish a lot of permanent behaviors.
1. Daily runs (1-3) on a 100 ft leash for 20 minutes
2. 1 hour playtime inside and outside still on leash.
3. Healthy food, good medical care, quality time.
4. 5-10 per day permanent day quiet, calming, soothing, affection, times.
5. 3-5 times a day being held in different environments to establish submission.
6. Discipline will be quiet, non confrontational, firm, have eye contact, and silent with strong focus.
7. My previous 7 dogs have been rescues have all been trained to be off leash.
8. Hallie will never been off leash, will always be double leashed and will continue to be constantly socialized to people and other dogs. Contact me with questions.
EttaMae says
We just lost our beloved PixieDust almost 2 weeks ago. She was 18 years old & the world to us. We are still devastated to say the least. We still have our TinkerBell who is almost 15. She seems very lost without her Pixie. We are looking for another minipin/chihuahua. But they are very hard to come by. We always had outside dogs but these minipin/chihuahua’s are wonderful babies.
Norm Sieben says
I am also looking for the same, a female again as we had our HALO pass away at 15 years old.
Judy Brown says
We just lost our precious Lulu. I got her at 1 day old because her mother was sick and she couldn’t nurse and the owners were too elderly to care for her. She was 7 yrs old. It seems like she was possibly poisoned but we have no idea how. We still have Abby who is chihuahua and she misses Lulu who taught her everything like how to catch and wear a frisbee with a hole in the middle around her neck, how to ride the golf cart, etc. when you saw my husband, you saw Lulu and Abby. I am just now able to talk about losing Lulu and I don’t know if I will every really get past it but we are looking for another miniature min pin/chihuahua to love and enjoy.
Chuck Rogers says
I’m a new widower living in my own home. I adopted my 1 yr six month old, 9 pound, Chipin Jonie in Nov 2021. Extremely intelligent. High energy. Loves her toys. I feed her twice a day and she’s eaten all varieties of wet dog food I’ve given her. I’m so thankful she eats Purina puppy chow between meals. This keeps her teeth strong and white and keeps her stool just dry enough to prevent soft messes. I take her for walks twice a day and she’s good on leash. She likes playtime with me but she gets so excited she becomes really aggressive and if you’re not careful she will break the skin. From day one she’s used her puppy pads. She’s a one “person” dog. She’s real clingy (and) yes she’s a real “licker,” to the extreme, I have to put her down and stand up to get away from her. She has extreme separation anxiety and I’m so thankful, at this point, she hasn’t become destructive.
Betsy Arehart says
I adopted a “PinscherWawa” from animal shelter. I didn’t know what breed she was except “Mexi Mutt,” i.e. Chihuahua mix. (OK you easily offended folks, just don’t!). She was the smallest of a bunch of small dogs in their cage. Later on based on her appearance and behavior I pegged her for the Chipin mix. I also didn’t know she was an older puppy which gave a lot of headaches in the beginning (she is 6 now). She is tan, short but with longer legs than Chihuahua and better proportions, is round headed with adorable tipped ears. I think min pins have naturally tipped ears. And she prances. She has the curled chihuahua tail. Her ideal adult weight is I think 10-11 pounds but she is a bit over that now. So I can’t say I KNOW she is the mix, but I’m sure of it. I wish I could include a photo because she is the CUTEST dog I or anyone else has ever seen. And a terrific personality. She is a nervous little thing, like her owner.
Shannon Ainsworth says
Betsy,
I have a chipin that sounds a lot like yours! I also got Mona Lisa from a shelter a year ago and don’t know her exact age. Vet said 4-6 years old. Smartest and most loyal dog I have ever had. Spoiled rotten! O’h and yes she is a nervous nelly like her mama!!! She and her bf Miles (1 year old black chihuahua) are my little sweeties.
-Shannon in Oklahoma City
Beverley Eddy says
This article explains a lot about the behavior of my 4 y.o. female chi[pin, adopted a year ago from the local SPCA. Affectionate to a fault, “Sassy” would be a good name for this adorable mixed breed. Buries special treats to be retrieved later..A “velcro” dog, I do not have to worry about “Sugar” wandering very far when gardening outside, since her favorite spot is on my lap or near my feet. Described as an “outdoor” dog on her card, crating and liberal use of training pads at strategic locations has helped lessen accidents. She prefers going into her crate in the LR to being banished to a tiled area or locked outside. Treats & BarxBuddy have helped somewhat with barking at other dogs on walks, but will try substituting “down” for “igmore”. Loves her harness for trips to dog park, grocery & big box stores for the positive attention she receives. A fearless watch dog, but good with cats, she keeps possum & raccoons at bay. Thanks for the good info.
Nancy says
I have a rescue dog for almost 5 years.
I had a DNA done and they said he was 60-90% min pinscher and the rest chihuahua. He weighs 24 lbs has black shiny hair with a white chest
Has short legs like a corgi
Confusing 🤔
Angie says
I have had minpins in the past, sadly all passed away around the age of 14 to 15..
I recently adopted a chipin, her name is Gemma Rose, she is 15 weeks old…She is so stinking cute, funny and loves to snuggle…she does have an aggressive side but that is the mixs, we are working on that…Her last vet visit which was a week ago she weighed 3.9 lbs…I am already in love with her..
Brenda says
What are you doing in dealing with her aggression! I’m having a bit of an issue with my little Chopin, 11 weeks, 3.4 lbs. Cute as a button but likes to bite, growl etc.
Holly Clancy says
I’m trying to find a chi pin for my son. Black and brown with apple head and around 10 or 11 pounds when fully grown. His little buddy of 14 years became I’ll with sinus infection that went to his brain passed away. We took him to 4 different veterinary hospitals but no one could do anything. We live in Lincoln, Missouri and trying to find someplace close. And if It doesn’t have a very high Fee to pay. Thank you for listening
Joey says
Me and my fiancé were looking for a dachshund puppy for about a year we have a chihuahua dachshund pug. A chipugeenie lol who we have had since a week old him and his brother at 8 months old his brother was hit by a car and passed saddest thing ever 2 days after my fiancé had to leave for 120 days for a program the brother was more attached to me and he was more attached to her so losing his brother and his mom leaving he was very depressed stopped eating and wouldn’t leave my side he wouldn’t stay home alone we lived in condos wich our neighbors had complained we must have been beating him but no he just sounded like that if I walked out the door without him so I started taking him everywhere I went and he got so skinny I just started giving him what I would eat and that was it he was ruined but we needed a companion we both started working and our new landlord lived upstairs after not being able to find a dachshund we came across these 3 puppies the mom was chihuahua dad was min pin 2 boys so cute one girl looked full min pin black n tan we wanted a boy but they only had the girl left we went to see her and it was sad she was patchy bloody scabby just miserable looking I grabbed her and she nestled in my neck they said the brothers had done it we took her straight to the vet where they gave us meds n ointments for her our boy was excited to play with her wich scared her at first but she must of felt that she was safe cuz she started to play with him and by now we started cooking him chicken breast rice and a veggie he usually barely ate the veggie but hey she ate hers and his as fast she could the vet said it’s a guarded eater thing they eat all they can as fast they can cuz who knows when she will be fed again it took a long time to lose that habit but she is the sweetest dog ever our boy is an over protective territorial a$$hole just mean but she won him over quickly she’s just so sweet she stayed about 8 lbs till her first heat came I did everything possible to keep em seperate we didn’t get much sleep they cried for eachother and he got to her days b4 it was over so it was the saddest thing ever but she was fixed and since we changed nothing still gets her walks they play same food an amounts but she’s 20 lbs and 2 yrs old I’ve cut her portions down but feel horrible cuz she acts like I’m starving her not sure what to do to knock the weight off
Mitsi Studebaker says
I have had a chipin for a year now – he was sold to me as a chihuahua but I knew he wasn’t I had dna done on him and he was a chihuahua/min pin mix which was fine with me because he is the sweetest dog and gets along with my other 2 dogs! He is very attached to me, and very loving! He does bark and is not sociable which I’m trying to work on but I wouldn’t trade him for the world!
Laurie Plescia says
Where would I get a DNA test for a dog, I rescued a dog who I was told was chihuahua but he looks like min pin.
I love him to death
Christina says
We fostered a chipin for just under a yearand got him when he was 12 wks old. We gave him back to the owner when they completed drug rehab and we are forever lost and a huge hole is in our hearts and home. Our 2yr old cat still looks for his playmate and cries for him. It in turn makes me cry all the more.. This is the most wonderful breed I’ve ever come across and have looked for a breeder or rescue without success. If anyone has any information I wouldn’t be able to thank you enough.
Tracy says
I rescued a year old Chipin 6 months ago. She is wonderful. I live in a retirement community and my Chipin entertains anyone who passes thru the lobby when we are there. The front desk person will throw treats for her. She is SUCH a foodie, she will skid and fall all over herself. It is her favorite thing to do. Keeping her weight down is a challenge but we manage. She makes daily progress still with socializing. She had a rough former life. Her foster mom had her for about 5 months and because of her, so very much healing took place before she came to me. She had completely stolen my heart. She is my first tiny dog and I’m just loving every minute. I’ll always miss my Shelties but my Jewels is an amazing treasure. I am exceedingly blessed.
Amber says
I rescued our Princess Bella Rose when she was 8 weeks old. Her birthday is January 4, 2020. I have a 13 year old disabled daughter at home. We decided to rescue Princess Bella because she can from a not so healthy situation. My daughter fell in love instantly with Princess Bella when she met her a week prior to bringing her home. Even though training her was rough in the beginning. It took a week for us to get in routine. Princess Bella has come a long way in a great way with her training. She is still a puppy but she does have a sassy attitude. She doesn’t like people until I pick her up and show her they are ok. She gets to see her brother from same litter at least twice a week but she aggressively plays with him. I am thinking it’s cause it’s her brother. Because we have other dogs in our little community that she gets along with appropriately. In fact there is a 2 month teacup chi (Oreo) that she plays with on a daily basis and is very gentle with Oreo and playful (as puppies are) with the other dogs. Took her vet on May 14 and Princess Bella weighed in at 11.2 pounds and healthy. She still is learning to Stop when I tell her to get her while we are in the house. She listens to stop outside though. On May 19 we took Princess Bella Rose on a hike with us out of the blue. Omg she did amazing. We walked at least 7 miles and Princess Bella refused to held during the hike. She barked at people and other dogs. I think she was just say ‘ hey I know your there and I want to meet you, while being protective’ Princess Bella was never aggressive on the hike either. I have a few things coming to help with training. As she is getting older she is finding her bark yah me lol no but seriously she is one of the best dogs I have rescued as a puppy puppy. I know she is a puppy and her that in mind as training goes along. I am honestly looking forward fir a long life with Princess Bella as she is registered as an official ESA for my daughter but Princess Bella is attached to my side for now because I am doing the majority of handling for training. As I teach my daughter helps teach but because of her disabilities my daughter gets frustrated quickly. My daughter never ever hurts the puppy, but walks away and gets re focused. I will never ever give up Princess Bella Rose. She literally is never left alone for more than a hour a day. Yes I time it and it’s in intervals but never more than a hour a day. 🙂 she will whine/ mark for 2-5minutes but then calms down. My downstairs neighbor is great cause she keeps me Informed on the timing of Princess Bella calming down. Which the time is decreasing because we went from not being able to even walk out the door to leaving her calming down after 2-5 minutes:)
Ya Princess Bella. I am very proud of her.
Jessica Weirauch says
Maybe get chipin I have dog the same size wondering if they will get along what can I do to make sure they do
Christopher Smith says
We’ve had our Chipin for our a year. He is a resuce. Once I was down on his level (on the floor & eye level with him) he took to me quick. With the help of his new Shitzu brother, we taught him that he doesn’t have to hide his food. Plus, that I eat after they do. He is very loving. If someone knocks in the door, he lets you know. He’s very good with our young nephew.
Lisa says
We just adopted a min pin chihuahua mix from Petsmart pet adoption and my new hope foundation. She is the best dog ! Very sweet and great with the kids. Hardly barks at all. Doesnt bark when someone is at the door. My oldest son came home and had not met our new addition yet, Luna didnt even bark ! She greeted him quietly and rolled over for a tummy rub ! She is a very smart dog and we are thrilled to have her in our family.
Marissa says
I have a chipin, he’s the best dog I could ever ask for. he’s very loyal and listens well. behaves really well even when left alone and always loves any guest I have come over. also he’s very chill and loves just hanging out but has a playful puppy side as well, he just turned 3. I love him.
Liz Decker says
Recently, and hesitantly, I adopted a Mini-Pin mix, which I assume is part Chihuahua. I’m used to larger, mellower dogs, but this little girl has quickly become a favorite. She was found running around with another dog, so nothing is known of her history, other than she might be 2 yrs old. Her adoption was a gamble, but has turned out to be such a blessing. Being in my 70’s and living alone, she has become a great companion. Gracie, her new name, is so funny that I laugh regularly, especially with her prancing and pouncing on her toys – she knows how to entertain herself, mostly be shaking and throwing her toys. She has had only 1 accident in the house, which was my fault. Her house manners are pleasant and she fit into our routine from day one. There is another member of our small family; 13 yr old Katie Kat. The two get along very well and eat side by side without stealing each other’s food. Gracie also sleeps in a crate in my bedroom and goes to it when she needs security (4th of July fireworks!). This wonderful dog came already trained and adapted so well to a new home and family. I can’t say enough good things about her and I’m so grateful for having the privilege of being her 2 legged mom.
Linda Bombard says
Just got one tonight and looking forward to great years. I already have a Min Pin and she already likes him. The both of them will have a great time together. My min pin is 8 and the min pin mix male is 6 .
Crystal says
We rescued our Min-chi about a year ago. He was 3 months old at the time. I’m much more accustomed to bigger dogs so I was a little worried at first but I quickly grew to adore him. He hardly ever barks or makes much noise at all. IMO, the only real problem he has is with licking. People will come over and he gets so excited that he’ll literally molest them… I’m taking tongue in nostrils, lol. Other than that, he’s pretty much amazing. He’s smart and very quick to learn. He’s also the most cuddly, affectionate dog I’ve ever known. He wants to be around people at all times. He has loads of energy but he’s also able to chill and just cuddle up when things are calm. I have a 15 year old cat that has learned to just tolerate him. He’ll zoom in circles around her, pretending to nip at her just to get a reaction. She just ignores him most of the time but that does not stop him.
We also live with a 4 year old every other week. In the first few weeks of getting him, our daughter tried picking him up in a strange way and he nipped at her. We then forbade her from trying to pick him up and there hasn’t been a problem since. The two of them actually get along wonderfully now; chasing each other around the apartment. I do not regret our choice for a second. I’m really glad that a dog like this exists.
Crystal says
Your comment has me in tears🤣 my chi is the same way, tongue in nostrils and it amazes me every time it happens to me, ninja! He is such a licker. As soon as I start to rustle awake he runs out from underneath the covers and that tongue is all over and in my face.
I also have a min pin x and I’ve often thought how neat it would be to have a mix of both their traits and quirks.
Haidee says
Hi Liz,
I just got a chipin. What do you feed your baby, please?
Best,
Haidee
Kylie says
I have a one year old Chipin that I found running alongside a highway. No one in the area claimed him so I adopted him. He is an amazing fun loving puppy but the only thing I struggle with is getting him used to new people. I socialize him as much as possible but he is not progressing much.
Rujalde van zyl says
I have got a chipin now for 4 years april this year, got her when she was only 5 weeks old, friends of mine breeds with them until her father a chihuahua died right before her birth, her mother is a miniature pinscher both purebreds. Until this day she does not take kindly to strangers not even to those she knows are not strangers! She is protective over me, even towards the other dogs she grew up with! Love her to bits
sheryl says
My daughter has a Chipin. She got him from a rescue. Let me tell you, this dog is a life saver. She has high anxiety and needs to learn how to manage it. When she is with her dog, she can put all aside and just be happy. With a horrible X and so many issues dealing with him, she has found an outlet with this dog. He gives her so much pleasure and comfort. He loves her, protects her, plays with her and stays by her side when she is down. He seems to know her mood. I am so please with the dog and what he does for her. I love him just as much and get so much pleasure myself, but he is a life save for her. Best thing she ever did was get him. He is so funny, fun, frisky and LOVING. I would recommend him to anyone who needs to be loved.
Melanie matthews says
I lost my Minchi Tuesday. My to baby girl weenie dogs are distraught. At 16 years old he just fell asleep peacefully.,I’m missing a part of myself because he’s gone. I’m wanting a new Minchi in a couple of years. Not sure where to find him…
Judy Brown says
I feel your loss. I am feeling the same way right now. If you find another, would you please tell me where? I hope you can find happiness with a new baby.
Jen says
I have one from a shelter. She’s so loving and she makes me laugh. She’s helped me heal from heart break and is a great hiking partner. I recommend this breed for experienced dog owners tho bc they are really smart and can be stubborn. And yes she is sooooooo cute 🙂
Lilo says
Our 13- year old, beautiful chihuahua/minipin Pepe passed away recently and we miss him every day. I feel that we need to find another sometime soon to help heal the hole in our hearts. We are looking but have not found one like Pepe yet.
Julie Lawton says
I have a Chipin. He’s the best dog, and his intuition about people is spot on. He loves the good people and avoids the bad. I don’t know what I’d do without him. <3
Ken James says
I had a chipin for 16 years. They have a way of getting into your heart and leaving a missing piece when they go. Best friend I ever had!
Brandi says
There soooooo cute