Affenpinscher vs Pug

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

Affenpinscher vs Pug
Affenpinscher
Pug
Affenpinscher
Pug
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General Details
Affenpinscher
Pug
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
9½-11½ Inches
10-14 Inches
Weight
6½-13¼ Pounds
13-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Below Average
History
Affenpinscher
Pug
Origin Country
Germany
China
Origin Year
1600 AD
-206 BC
Temperament
Affenpinscher
Pug
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
Pug
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Affenpinscher
Pug
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Affenpinscher
Pug
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
Low
Low
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Affenpinscher
Pug
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
High
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Affenpinscher
Pug
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Affenpinscher
Pug
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Affenpinscher
Pug
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
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Affenpinscher
Pug
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Affenpinscher
Pug
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
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Corneal ulcer
Proptosis
Distichiasis
Dry eye
Cheyletiella dermatitis
Pug dog encephalitis
Nerve degeneration
Demodectic mange
Staph infection
Yeast infection
Hemivertebra
Vaccination sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Affenpinscher
Pug
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Affenpinscher
Pug
Breed Colors
Belge
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Red
Black
Fawn
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