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

Labmaraner has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

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 Labmaraner 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

Intelligent
Active
Friendly
Stubborn
Affectionate
Social
Energetic

Choose an Affenpinscher if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Labmaraners are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Germany

United States

Brussels Griffon, Miniature Schnauzer

Labrador Retriever and Weimaraner

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

Not recognized by any clubs.

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Amber

Black

Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Gray
Brown
Silver
Black

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

Labmaraners have short 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 Labmaraner can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Affenpinschers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Labmaraners have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Labmaraners 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

Bloat
Heart Conditions
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Problems

Ear Infections
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Joint conditions

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Skeletal

X-Rays
CT or MRI scan
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Ophthalmic Examination
Physical and Neurologic Examination

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

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

Affenpinscher minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Labmaraner has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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

Labmaraners bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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.

While Labmaraner dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walk, Play, Chase, Catch treats, Dog Parks, Scenting, Marking

Swim, Jog, Boat ride, Walk, Car ride, Hiking, Hike, High Five, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Speak, Eating Snacks, Chase, Running, Swimming, Walking, Running aroundd, Shake, Off-leash, Lounging, Playing fetch, Road walk

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.

Labmaraners 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 Labmaraner, it's at least 16 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 Labmaraners 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 Labmaraner has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 60-100 pound (27 - 45 kg) Labmaraner 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 Labmaraner is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Labmaraner is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

The Labmaraner is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Affenpinschers are not suitable for children.

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

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

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

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

Labmaraners are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Labmaraners 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.

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