Affenpinscher vs Lhasa Apso

Compare the Affenpinscher to the Lhasa Apso. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Affenpinschers and Lhasa Apsos.

Affenpinscher vs Lhasa Apso
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
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General Details
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
9½-11½ Inches
9-11 Inches
Weight
6½-13¼ Pounds
12-15 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Origin Country
Germany
China
Origin Year
1600 AD
-800 BC
Temperament
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
25-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
Low
Low
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
15 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
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
Sebaceous adenitis
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Dry eye
Cherry eye
Familial renal disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Affenpinscher
Lhasa Apso
Breed Colors
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