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

Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Good-natured
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet

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

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

Yorkshire Terrier, Affenpinscher

Whippet, Miniature Australian Shepherd

Brown
Amber

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Fawn
Blue
Red
Gray
Black

Pied
Red
Blue
Black

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 Miniature Ausseippet can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Bronchitis

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Allergies

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Color Dilution Alopecia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Allergy Testing
Abdominal Ultrasound

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Various Blood Testing Modalities
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Miniature Ausseippet has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Miniature Ausseippets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Miniature Ausseippets 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 Miniature Ausseippet, it's at least 9 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 Miniature Ausseippets 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 Miniature Ausseippet has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
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 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) Miniature Ausseippet feed 2 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 Miniature Ausseippet 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 Miniature Ausseippet 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Affenshires are not suitable for children.

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

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

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

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

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