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Affenpinscher
Affenpinscher, commonly known as "monkey terrier,", is a small size dog belonging to the AKC Toy Group of dogs. Originally bred in Germany, the breed was developed to hunt small vermin, but nowadays is used mainly as companion dog, although if you have a rodent problem, you won't have it for long. Despite many theories regarding the true origin of the breed, one thing certain is that a small rough-coated household dog similar to the Affenpinscher existed and was admired for many centuries. In early years the breed came in a variety of colors, then a decision was made that the black coat suited most the personnality of the breed (Jerome Cushman, Carol Ann Johnson. Affenpinscher). Now, no other other color is encouraged or allowed to be exhibited. Little coat care is required, but Affenpinschers should be brushed regularly to keep the coat in good condition.
Affenpinscher takes himself very seriously, which, together with his high rate of intelligence and desire to please, accounts for his being such a charming and obedient little fellow. However, his protective nature, even of his own toys, makes them unsuitable for families with very young children. Affenpinschers can get snappy with other dogs and are suspicious of human strangers who invade their personal space. Quiet and very devoted to his owner, he is extremely intelligent and makes an excellent pet suitable for country and apartment living. Exercise may consist of walks once or twice per day or free exercise in a secure area.
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Country of Origin: | Germany |
| FCI Classification: |
Group 2 - Pinscher and Schnauzer type |
| Utilization: |
House and Companion Dog |
Registration |
American Kennel Club: Toy
United Kennel Club: Companion Breeds
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): Toys
The Kennel Club (UK): Toy Dogs
Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC): Toys
New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC): Toy
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| Personality: | Playful, affectionate, very good watch dogs. Affens are usually wary of strangers and do not make friends with visitors to your home easily. They must be well socialized early before it becomes a problem. |
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Size: | Small |
| Height: | 9-11 inches at shoulders |
| Colors: |
Color requirements vary from one standard to another. While AKC, UKC, CKC and NZKC standards allows black, gray, silver, red, black and tan colors with color not being a major consideration, the Australian and UK standards only permits black color with or without gray shadings. |
| Other Names: | Affen |
| Litter Size: | 1-3 |
| Life Span: | 15 years |
| Grooming Requirements: | Low |
| Shedding: | Little |
| Social skills: |
The Affenpinscher gets along well with other dogs and lives in harmony with other pets with proper socialization at an early age. |
| Suitability for Children: | Not the best choice for young toddlers. Good with older children. |
| Exercise Needs: | Low. Affenpinscher needs only a short walk around the neighborhood. |
| Train Ability: | For a toy breed dog, Affenpinscher is a very obedient dog. |
| Health & Behavioral Issues: |
There aren't a lot of orthopedic diseases specific to Toy breeds. Toys seldom seem to have hip dysplasia, although it does occur in some toy breeds, including Affenpinscher.
Responsible breeders will screen their dogs for: |
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