Affenpinscher vs German Shorthaired Pointer

Compare the Affenpinscher to the German Shorthaired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Affenpinschers and German Shorthaired Pointers.

Affenpinscher vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
9½-11½ Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
6½-13¼ Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1600 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low
High
Grooming Needs
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Fractures
Stifle Luxation
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Affenpinscher
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Belge
Belge
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Red
Red
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Black Roan
Black Roan
Liver
Liver
Liver and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Liver Roan
White
White
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