The word “pinscher” may derive from the English word “pinch” or the French “pincer,” which means to pinch or catch. It’s a descriptive term, like “setter” or “retriever,” that describes the way dogs in the pinscher family work. (6/15) by Judy Powell August 29, 2020, 7:24 am Credit Judy Powell 0 Previous 6/15 Next View full list See more Previous article He doesn’t lack any self-esteem. Next article Boglen Terrier: Boston Terrier and Beagle. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.