Mary Allen
#16 The Affenpinscher, because of its many characteristics and behavior, is not suitable for every family.
This energetic dog needs a lot of attention. He does not like to sit in one place, but also excessive physical activity is not under his power. If you have young children, this is not the breed for you.
#17 Before you go shopping for an Affenpinscher puppy, review the breed’s main pros and cons.
Pros:
1. Exotic appearance.
2. Loyalty.
3. Unpretentiousness.
4. Optimism, cheerful, mischievous disposition.
5. Not expensive to maintain.
Cons:
1. Intrusiveness.
2. Inhospitable to cats and rodents.
3. Excessive curiosity.
4. Hyperactivity.
5. Hooliganism.
6. Not developing relationships with small children.
#18 The characteristic features of the Affenpinscher include round, attentive eyes, a protruding chin, a thick beard, and a mustache.
Also, a representative of this breed is easily recognizable by its bushy eyebrows, curled tail, and ears. An adult dog develops a so-called collar. The breed standard calls for a harmonious physique and always a proudly raised head. The height of the Affen-Pinscher can be in the range from 23 to 29 cm, and the weight is 3-5 kg. The muzzle is short, tapering to the nose, and the lower lip protrudes. It is a hard-haired dog with a rather rough-to-touch shaggy coat. There can be many color variations, and the color is not always even. The standard Affenpinscher is black. Brown and red underlays are allowed, but not white spots.