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

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Devoted
Lively
Going
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured
Keen
Faithful
Charming

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

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

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier, Affenpinscher

Shiba Inu, Miniature Schnauzer

Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Fawn
Blue
Red
Gray
Black

Black
Fawn
White
Red
Brown

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

Schnus are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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.

Schnus are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Bronchitis

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Urinary Stones

Cataracts
Allergies

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Allergy Testing
Abdominal Ultrasound

Urinalysis
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Blood Tests and Blood Count

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

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

Outside, Fetch, Walks

Run

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.

Schnus 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 Schnu, it's at least 10 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 Schnus 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.

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

Schnus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Affenshire should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Schnu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Affenshire is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Schnu is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Schnu is between $35 - $49. This makes an average of $420 - $588 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.

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

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

Affenshires are not suitable for children.

Schnus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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