The Murcian Ratter resembles the Miniature Pinscher and English Toy Terrier. James also owns two dogs, one named Butch and a Miniature Pinscher named Elvis. He lives in Los Angeles with his miniature pinscher dog, Sheriff. The Harlequin Pinscher is a type of Miniature Pinscher, which is a toy-sized dog. Sweaters or baby blankets can help keep a Miniature Pinscher from getting too cold. In 1919, the Miniature Pinscher was introduced to the AKC show ring. She dotes on her Miniature Pinscher Royale and has an almost identical-looking sister named Burnice. The Miniature Pinscher is an assertive, outgoing, active, and independent breed. Other kennel clubs list the Miniature Pinscher in the Toy Group or Companion Group. The Miniature Pinscher is structurally a well balanced, sturdy, compact, short-coupled, smooth-coated dog.