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Affenpinscher

Zwergaffen, Monkey Griffon, Monkey Terrier

This small, sturdy and solid dog is not particularly difficult. With no specific pathology and requiring no special grooming, he is ideal for all types of owners. His small size makes him perfect for people with reduced mobility or people who no longer have the physical ability to walk a large dog.

Height 25 to 30 cm

Weight 4 to 6 kg

Life expectancy 12 to 14 years

Hair Loss Low

Excercise Need Medium

Home country Germany

Index

Personality Appearance Characteristics Price Tips Health History

Quick Overview of the Affenpinscher

Temperament

Devoted to his family
Protector in case of danger
Good learning abilities
Courageous

Appearance

Short and sturdy
Compact appearance
Full dress and rough coat
Whiskers, beard and tuft

Health

Quite delicate
Sometimes affected by intestinal issues
No serious diseases characterize the breed

Temperament of the Affenpinscher

This little dog resembles a monkey in every way. Regularly using his forelegs for both playing and hunting, the Affenpinscher lives up to his nickname of Monkey Griffon or Monkey Terrier.

Very attached to his family, he can become extremely protective in case of danger. Possessing a very developed character, his education is essential.

This very intelligent little dog has excellent learning abilities and it is imperative to teach him to socialize from a young age to avoid potential aggression when facing danger or strangers.

Dreadful hunter, courage, gentleness and affection are among his great qualities. This cheeky little rascal (so called by the Americans) can sometimes be very stubborn and go-getter, hence the need for a good education to ensure that he responds well to commands.

Breed Appearance

This short, sturdy little dog has a compact appearance. He has a dense coat and harsh hair forming a bushy appearance on the head and a crown eye frame. Whiskers, a beard and a tuft complete the picture.

Height

Between 25 and 30 cm (9.84 to 11.81 inches) for the male
Between 25 and 30 cm (9.84 to 11.81 inches) for the female

Weight

Between 4 and 6 kg (8.82 to 13.23 pounds) for the male
Between 4 and 6 kg (8.82 to 13.23 pounds) for the female

Color

His coat is rather of uniform black color but brown or black stripes and spots are allowed.

Hair

His hair is pretty full and hard.

Morphology

His head is pretty round. His eyes are small dark balls. His ears are set high and form an upside down v-shape. His nose is black. His uncut, sabre-shaped tail is set high.

According to the FCI breeds nomenclature, this breed belongs to group 2, section 1 and is #186

Characteristics of the Affenpinscher

Does this dog suit your lifestyle?

Every dog breed has its own characteristics. However, the actual character of a dog can vary from one to another within the same breed.

Life in an apartment

Good first dog

Tolerates solitude

Tolerates cold weather

Tolerates hot weather

Affectionate

Friendly with children

Friendly with strangers

Friendly with other animals

Hair loss

Drooling level

Easy to care for

Robust health

Easy to train

Intelligent

Tendency to bark

Tendency to nibble

Protective

Instinct to hunt

Adventurous spirit

Energy level

Level of intensity

Need for exercise

Playful

Price and monthly budget

Tips About this breed

This little dog can be happy in an apartment with or without a garden, just as he will be happy in a large house with a large garden. No particular family situation is preferable, but caution should be exercised with young children. It's best to teach very small children to respect him because sudden movements from a very young child can be misinterpreted by the dog.

Normal exercise is part of his daily routine, so he will be an excellent companion to family, elderly people or anyone who wants a gentle, affectionate small dog.

Even if his small size does not give him the attribute of guard dog as such, he can still be called alarm dog because he will avoid the intrusion of malicious individuals by barking.

Health of the Affenpinscher

Despite being robust, the Affenpinscher is like all other small dog breeds and is still quite delicate. He can be affected by intestinal problems, but no serious illness is characteristic of the breed.

GROOMING

The Affenpinscher requires no special maintenance. Regular brushing and a little daily exercise will make him happy. A salt-rich diet during the moulting period is highly recommended.

History of this breed

Since the official origins of the breed are not well known, it is assumed that the Affenpinscher originated in Germany, as his ancestors were used by the locals to hunt rodents.

As early as the 15th century, the Affenpinscher made his appearance on German portraits. The country's bourgeoisie greatly appreciated the smaller specimens of the breed. The Affenpinscher is thought to be a cross between the Pug and the German Pinscher.

The number of specimens was greatly reduced during the Second World War. They are even rarer today, even in Germany. Nowadays, this small, monkey-like dog is considered to be mainly a companion dog.

References

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