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Affenpinscher Breed Profile
With their cute monkey-like expression, Affenpinschers are playful, mischievous little dogs that are very adaptable to changing conditions. This non-shedding, small dog is ideal for apartment and condo living making them nice companions for the elderly. They also do well with families with older, respectful children.
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Affenpinscher Breed Facts:
Grooming: The non-shedding,
shaggy coat of an Affenpinscher will need weekly brushings and grooming
every 3 months.
Social Skills: This little dog
gets along with other dogs and household pets.
Personality: Very devoted to its
owner, Affenpinschers are very playful and affectionate. They possess a
"big dog' in a little body attitude and are a very agile, terrier-like
dog; curious, fearless, mischievous and playful. Generally quiet, they
are fearless towards any aggressor.
Children: Very good with older,
respectful children.
Housing: Very active, but easily
adapts to any indoor living conditions. Ideal for apartment and condo
living. Make nice companions for the elderly.
Exercise: Low. Neighborhood
walks are fine.
Training: Intelligent. Trains
easily - begin early training.
Health: Hip displaysia, patellar
luxation. More information on Affenpinscher
inherited health disorders.
History: Affenpinschers have an
origin from Germany and are known as a 'Schnauzer' ratter-type of dog
whose purpose was to hunt and kill rats.
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