General Appearance:  A sturdy, compact, smooth-coated dog, proud and alert, spirited and fearless.

Size, Proportion, and Substance:  Height-10 to 12 1/2 inches at the withers.

Background:  The Min Pin is 9 lbs. of dog with 90 lbs. of attitude.  If you're longing for a large breed, but don't have enough space for one, a Min Pin could be the solution to your troubles.  Min Pins are very intelligent and highly trainable.  He has tons of energy.  Some Min Pins tend to be a little vocal, but when properly directed they can make excellent watchdogs.  Children should be instructed that the Min Pin cannot tolerate too much rough handling.