I don't know how hard a MinPin's nail are. If they are no harder than human nails then I would use them. I preferred using human clippers on our puppies instead of dog clippers. They are easier for me to handle and control while holding the babies. So I would say it just depends on how hard the nail is. Eventually the nails got hard and I had to start using dog clippers. Now I actually prefer to use a grinder. Since I started using the dremel, I have not hit a quick yet! It is easier to judge and the nail is smoother.