Affenpinscher vs Papillon

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

Affenpinscher vs Papillon
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Affenpinscher
Papillon
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General Details
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-16 Years
Height
9½-11½ Inches
8-11 Inches
Weight
6½-13¼ Pounds
4-9 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Origin Country
Germany
France
Origin Year
1600 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Affenpinscher
Papillon
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
Entropion
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Seizures
Hypoglycemia
Deafness
Thrombopathia
Sensitivity to anesthesia
Intervertebral disc disease
Black hair follicular dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Affenpinscher
Papillon
Breed Colors
Belge
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Red
Red
White
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