Affenpinscher Puppies

Dog Breed Profile: Affenpinscher Puppies

Country of origin:Germany
Bred for: Rodent control
Group: Toy
Color: Black, gray, silver, red, black and tan, or beige - a black and reddish brown mixture. Blacks may have a rusty coat, or white or silver hairs mixed with the black. Reds may vary from brownish red to orangy tan. Some dogs have a black mask or a small white spot on the chest
Life span: 10 to 14 years
Grooming Needs: Brush two or three times weekly, and shape coat every three months to maintain a neat yet shaggy appearance. Coats are usually clipped
Coat: Dense, rough, and harsh. Mature dogs have a cape of longer hair on the shoulders that blends into the rest of the coat. Longer hair on the head, eyebrows, and beard may be a bit lighter in color. It stands off and frames the face to emphasize the monkey like expression
Size: 9 1/2 - 11 1/2 inches;10 pounds
Temperment: Alert, mischievous, playful, determined
Training: Moderate
Energy: Moderate
Children: Good with older children
Compatibility with other dogs: Good
Health Concerns: Generally healthy; some reports of luxating patellas (slipping kneecaps) and eye problems such as corneal ulcers