• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Affenpinschers: This German breed of small dog, bred in the 1600's, resembling a terrier with dark wiry hair and a tufted muzzle with bushy eyebrows and a beard and famous for its monkey-like expression.
  • The name Affenpinschers derives from "Affe" meaning monkey or ape, and "Pinscher" meaning terrier
  • Although associated with terriers they are actually part of the pinscher-schnauzer family
  • They are considered suitable as a family pet  
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Affenpinschers range from 7 - 9 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 9 - 11.5 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Affenpinschers and Nicknames: In France the Affenpinscher is known as the 'diablotin moustachu' meaning the “moustached little devil” or the " Monkey Dog" because of its monkey-like expression
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Affenpinschers: The coat is normally short and wiry, is predominantly black but can be black/tan, red, grey and other colors
• Fact 7 - Life of Affenpinschers: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 14 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Affenpinschers is the xx dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
• Fact 10 - Choosing Affenpinschers as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Affenpinschers suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Affenpinschers are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Patellar Luxation - the kneecap luxates, or pops out of place
  •  - Hip Dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
• Fact 12 - Affenpinschers are entertaining dogs and walk around on their hind legs, just for fun!
• Fact 13 - Breeding Affenpinschers for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Affenpinschers

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