Min pins are known mischief makers, and indeed, this is one of the endearing traits of the breed.
Hyperactivity - Well, what did you expect?? Try to channel your dog's energy with set times for walks, games, and obedience. Train your dog, so he knows when it's time to lay down and relax on command.
Barking - Having a min pin doorbell is handy, but there is a difference between a dog that will warn you of a suspicious stranger and one that will warn you of a falling leaf. Allow your min pin to bark momentarily at strangers and then call it to you and praise it for quiet behavior. Min pins may bark to gain attention. When your min pin stops barking, give it much praise, so that it will know that being quiet is what you expect of him.
Digging and Chewing - Almost all min pins dig. They love to dig before they lie down. But there's a limit! Give your dog an old blanket to dig on. Let him know he can dig that particular blanket, but not anything else. They also love to chew. Give the min pin a chew toy. Keep your shoes up, because they love to chew them. Min pins will dig and chew anything when they are left alone. A crate may be the best thing when you are not at home. It will ensure your house to be in order when you return and your min pin will be safe. |
