Breed Group: Toy
Origin: Germany, France
Temperament
Stubborn, Curious, Playful, Adventurous, Active, Fun-loving
Bred For
Small rodent hunting, lapdog
Weight
Metric: 3 – 6 kg
Imperial: 6 – 13 lbs
Height
Metric: 23 – 29 cm
Imperial: 9 – 11.5 inches
Life Span
10 – 12 years
Special Characteristics
No special characteristics listed
Interesting Facts
- The Affenpinscher is a small breed of dog.
- The name ‘Affenpinscher’ means ‘Monkey-like Terrier’ in German.
- They have a distinctive monkey-like expression with a prominent brow.
- These dogs were originally bred in Germany to catch rats and other small vermin.
- They are known for their terrier-like personality: confident, curious, and sometimes stubborn.
