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

Toy Fox Terrier 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 Toy Fox Terrier 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
Intelligent
Playful
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

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

Toy Fox Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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.

Toy Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Germany

United States

Brussels Griffon, Miniature Schnauzer

smooth fox terrier, chihuahua, miniature pinscher, manchester terrier

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.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

1600s

1800s

Toy (AKC:1936)
Companion Dog (UKC)

Toy (AKC:2003)
Terriers (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Black
Brown
White

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 Toy Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lick Granuloma

Patellar Luxation
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Problems

Allergies
Hypothyroidism

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Skeletal

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Toy Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Toy Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

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

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

Walk, Run, Fetch, Hide & Seek, Tug-of-war

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

The Toy Fox Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker 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 3-7 pound (1 - 3 kg) Toy Fox Terrier feed 0.8 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 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 Toy Fox Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Affenpinscher is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Toy Fox Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Affenpinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Affenpinschers are not suitable for children.

Toy Fox Terriers are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Toy Fox Terriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Toy Fox Terriers 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.

Toy Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.