Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal

Independent
Robust
Loyal

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

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

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Yorkshire Terrier, Affenpinscher

Saluki, Taigan, Afghan Hound, Hortaya Borsaya

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Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Blue
Red
Gray
Black

Fawn
Brown
Gray
Gray

Affenshires have medium-length coats.

Chippiparais have short coats.

An Affenshire can have a litter of 4-6 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 Chippiparai can have a litter of 12-15 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
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Bronchitis

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Cataracts
Allergies

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Allergy Testing
Abdominal Ultrasound

Complete Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)
Eye and Ear Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

Chippiparai has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Chippiparais have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Outside, Fetch, Walks

Running

Affenshires 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.

Chippiparais 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 Affenshire, it's at least 7 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 Chippiparai, it's at least 28 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Affenshires 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 Chippiparais 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.

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

The Chippiparai is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Affenshire 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 30-65 pound (14 - 29 kg) Chippiparai 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 Affenshire is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Affenshire 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.

The average per month expenses of a Chippiparai 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.

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

Chippiparais have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Chippiparai is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Affenshires are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chippiparais are not cat friendly.

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

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

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

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

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

Chippiparais have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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