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 Dalmatian Springer 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

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful

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

Dalmatian Springers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Germany

United States

Brussels Griffon, Miniature Schnauzer

Dalmatian and English Springer Spaniel

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Black
White
Blue

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

Dalmatian Springers have medium-length coats.

An Affenpinscher can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Dalmatian Springer can have a litter of 4-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Affenpinscher breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Dalmatian Springers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lick Granuloma

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Problems

None

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Skeletal

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Affenpinschers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Dalmatian Springers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Dalmatian Springers 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 Dalmatian Springer, it's at least 12 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 Dalmatian Springers usually need at least 90 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 Dalmatian Springer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 50-55 pound (23 - 25 kg) Dalmatian Springer feed 3 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 Dalmatian Springer 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 Dalmatian Springer 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.

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

Affenpinschers are not suitable for children.

Dalmatian Springers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Affenpinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Dalmatian Springers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Dalmatian Springers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Dalmatian Springers 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.

Dalmatian Springers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.