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14 Things You Didn’t Know About the Affenpinscher

Published: Jan 24, 2023 by Alka Polischuk · This post may contain affiliate links

Aside from the fact that Affenpinschers are nicknamed "Monkey Terrier" because they are monkey-like with their fun-loving and energetic nature, there's probably more to the that you didn't know.

In this article, we will share with your 14 things you didn't know about Affenpinscher.

#1 The Affenpinscher is called the Monkey Dog because of its face
An Affenpinscher in a gray background
#2 There are those who confuse the Affenpinscher for a terrier
An Affenpinscher wearing a denim top while sitting on the pavement
#3 Started out as a rather
A mini Affenpinscher stuffed toy in hand of a woman
#4 The Affenpinscher was one of the breeds used to create the Griffon Bruxellois
An Affenpinscher sitting on the their bed along with other dogs licking their mouths
#5 They can be quite courageous
An Affenpinscher sitting on the chair with other dog breeds and with their begging faces
#6 The Affenpinscher is also ancestral to the Miniature Schnauzer
An Affenpinscher sitting on the chair
#7 Most members of the Affenpinscher breed will sport a black coat color
two Affenpinschers sitting on the rocks by the beach under the sun
#8 There are other coat colors as well, with examples including red, silver, black and tan, and beige
An Affenpinscher lying on its back on the bed with the finger of a person in its mouth
#9 The Affenpinscher tends to be fond of family members
A bag with a Affenpinscher inside
#10 Affenpinschers are confident dogs
collage photo of an Affenpinscher
#11 Affenpinschers can get bored
An Affenpinscher lying on top of a feathery blanket on the bed
#12 The Affenpinscher tends to be a territorial creature
An Affenpinscher standing on top of the large rock in the pond
#13 They are not necessarily a good fit for families with very young children
An Affenpinscher puppy lying on the grass
#14 The Affenpinscher is more susceptible to some health problems than others

collage photo of four Affenpinschers

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