Affenpinscher
Nicknamed "Monkey Dog," he's more than just a pretty face.
Height: 9 to 11 inches at shoulder
Weight: 7 to 9 pounds
Coat: short and thick
Life span: 12 to 14 years
Breed Group: Companion Dogs
Affenpinschers were originally created to be ratters in homes, stables, and shops. Bred down in size, they moved up in the world, becoming ladies' companions. Today, they are happy, mischievous companion dogs.
Affenpinscher profile on DogTime.com
General Characteristics
Amount of shedding
  
  
  
  
  
Cold tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
Ease of training
  
  
  
  
  
Heat tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Intelligence
  
  
  
  
  
Need for exercise
  
  
  
  
  
Playfulness
  
  
  
  
  
Predatory tendencies
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Mouthiness
  
  
  
  
  
Affectionate with family
  
  
  
  
  
Easy to groom
  
  
  
  
  
Good for novice owners