Affenpinscher has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Belgian Tervuren has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Affenpinschers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Belgian Tervuren is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn

Alert
Energetic
Loyal
Attentive
Intelligent
Protective

Affenpinschers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Belgian Tervurens are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Germany

Belgium

Brussels Griffon, Miniature Schnauzer

shepherd

1600s

1800s

Toy (AKC:1936)
Companion Dog (UKC)

Herding (AKC:1959 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Black
Brindle
Cream
Fawn

Affenpinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Belgian Tervurens are known for their coat length.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lick Granuloma

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Thyroid
Von Willebrand's Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy

Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Problems

Elbow Dysplasia
Sebaceous Adenitis
Skin Allergies
Dental Disease
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Skeletal

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Affenpinschers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Belgian Tervurens thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Affenpinscher has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Belgian Tervuren has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Affenpinschers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Belgian Tervurens need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Affenpinscher dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Belgian Tervuren dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Affenpinscher dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Belgian Tervuren dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Affenpinschers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Belgian Tervurens are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Affenpinscher, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Tervuren, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Affenpinschers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Belgian Tervurens usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Affenpinschers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Belgian Tervuren requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Affenpinscher feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Belgian Tervuren feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Affenpinscher is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Belgian Tervuren is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Affenpinscher is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Belgian Tervuren is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Affenpinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Affenpinschers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Belgian Tervurens are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Affenpinschers are not suitable for children.

Belgian Tervurens are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Affenpinschers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Belgian Tervurens are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Affenpinschers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Belgian Tervurens are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Affenpinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Belgian Tervurens are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Affenpinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

The Belgian Tervuren is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.