Affenpinscher Puppies

The Affenpinscher is an alert, affectionate, and loyal family dog who tends to be very protective over its owner(s). This breed requires consistent, firm training, as it has a tendency to be a bit stubborn or feisty. Affenpinschers are somewhat territorial when it comes to their food and toys, so they are not ideal for homes with other dogs. Affenpinschers are naturally suspicious of people and animals they do not know, so it's important that they are socialized consistently at an early age. However, their wariness of strangers makes Affenpinschers excellent watch dogs. They may not be an ideal match for homes with children, but can adjust to little ones with enough socialization during puppyhood.

Affenpinschers are healthy dogs but like most short faced dogs they can have trouble breathing, especially in hot weather. It is also recommended that you regularly test for patella and eye issues.

The Affenpinscher is a moderately active dog. While they are comfortable living in small spaces, they do require daily exercise. Typically, a brisk walk or active play session is enough to keep the Affenpinscher energy level at bay.

The Affenpinscher's coat is considered low maintenance, but should be groomed 1-2 times a week. Their coat should be brushed out to avoid matting, first with a brush and then with a metal comb. Their hair grows slowly, and only needs trimmed every few months.

Affenpinschers are hypoallergenic, but they do shed. Their shedding is very light, with a slight uptick during the changing of the seasons.

Known for their flat, "monkey-like" face, Affenpinschers are small dogs with a wiry coat. Their fur is most commonly black, but can also be gray or beige.

Affenpinschers are one of the oldest toy dog breeds. They were originally bred in Germany to be rat and mice exterminators in homes, stables, and shops during the 17th and 18th centuries. While they were initially a larger breed, Affenpinschers were bred down in size over time, and it is believed that they were once crossed with the German Pinscher, Pug, and German Silky Pinscher. The breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1936, but breeding slowed down because of World War II, and Affenpinschers became more rare. Breeding picked up again in the 1950s, but Affenpinschers are still a fairly rare breed today.