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Affenpinscher

Black is the most common coat colour of the Affenpinscher.
Country of origin Flag of Germany Germany
Nicknames Monkey Dog
Traits
Coat Wire

The Affenpinscher is a terrier-like toy breed of dog. Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany ( ˈbʊndəsʁepuˌbliːk ˈdɔʏtʃlant is a Country in Central Europe. A terrier is a Dog of any one of many breeds or Landraces of terrier type which are typically small wiry very active and fearless dogs Toy dog traditionally refers to a very small Dog or a grouping of small and very small breeds of dog Dog breeds are groups of closely related and visibly similar domestic Dogs with characteristic traits that are selected and maintained by humans bred from a known foundation The dog ( Canis lupus familiaris) is a domesticated Subspecies of the gray wolf, a Mammal of the Canidae family of the order

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Description

Appearance

Weighing 7 to 9 pounds (3-4 kg) and not exceeding 11 inches (24-30 cm) in height at the withers,[1] the Affenpinscher has harsh rough coat and a monkey-like expression (Affe means monkey in German). Wither redirects here For the comic character see Wither (comics. The German language (de ''Deutsch'') is a West Germanic language and one of the world's major languages. Its coat is shaggier over the head and shoulders forming a mane, with shorter coat over the back and hind quarters. It is harsh and wiry in texture. The FCI and UK breed standards specifies that the coat must be black,[1][2] but the AKC also allows gray, silver, red, black and tan, and belge (not beige; belge is a mixture of red, black and white hairs);[3] other clubs have their own lists of acceptable colours, with black being the preference. Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI ( English, World Canine Organisation) is an international Kennel Club based in Thuin, Belgium The American Kennel Club (or AKC) is a registry of Purebred Dog pedigrees in the United States.

Temperament

Affenpinschers have a distinct appearance that some associate with terriers. They are different from terriers, however, in that they are actually part of the pinscher-schnauzer subgroup of group 2 in the FCI classification and so often get along with other dogs and pets. They are active, adventurous, curious, and stubborn, but they are also fun-loving and playful. The breed is confident, lively, affectionate towards family members and is also very protective of them. This loyal little dog enjoys being with its family. It needs consistent, firm training because some can be quite difficult to housebreak. This article is about animal training for the crime of "housebreaking" see Burglary. The training should be varied because the dog can easily become bored.

Affenpinschers are somewhat territorial when it comes to their toys and food, so they are not recommended for very small children. This dog is mostly quiet but can become very excited if attacked or threatened and shows no fear toward any aggressor. It is best suited for a family who likes a show and has a sense of humor.

Health

Mortality

A small sample (N=21) of Affenpinschers in a UK survey had a median lifespan of 11. 4 years,[4] which is a typical lifespan for a purebred dog, but a bit lower than most breeds of their size. [5] The most common causes of death were old age (24%), urologic (19%), and "combinations" (14%). [6]

Morbidity

The Affenpinscher can get hip dysplasia. [7] As with many small breeds of dog they are prone to collapsed trachea, which is best avoided by walking the dog with a harness instead of a collar. Tracheal collapse is a condition characterized by incomplete formation or weakening of the Cartilagenous rings of the trachea resulting in flattening of the trachea Cataracts are occasionally reported. [7]

History

The breed is German in origin and dates back to the seventeenth century. Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany ( ˈbʊndəsʁepuˌbliːk ˈdɔʏtʃlant is a Country in Central Europe. As a means of recording the passage of Time, the 17th Century was that Century which lasted from 1601 - 1700 in the Gregorian calendar Its name is derived from the German Affe (ape, monkey). The German language (de ''Deutsch'') is a West Germanic language and one of the world's major languages. The breed predates and is ancestral to the Griffon Bruxellois (Brussels Griffon) and Miniature Schnauzer. The Miniature Schnauzer is a breed of small Dog of the Schnauzer type that originated in Germany in the mid-to-late 19th century [8]

Dogs of the Affenpinscher type have been known since about 1600 but these were somewhat larger, about 12 to 13 inches, and came in colors of gray, fawn, black and tan, gray and tan, and also red. White feet and chest were also common. The breed was created to be a ratter, working to remove rodents from kitchens, granaries, and stables.

Care

Affenpinschers need to be groomed two to three times a week because of their 1 inch coat.

References

  1. ^ a b http://www.dogdomain.com/FCI/fcistandards/fci-186.htm FCI breed standard. Retrieved March 23, 2007
  2. ^ http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/item/177 The Kennel Club (UK) breed standard. Retrieved March 23, 2007
  3. ^ http://www.akc.org/breeds/affenpinscher/index.cfm AKC breed standard. Retrieved March 23, 2007
  4. ^ http://users.pullman.com/lostriver/breeddata.htm Dog Longevity Web Site, Breed Data page. Compiled by K. M. Cassidy. Retrieved July 5, 2007
  5. ^ http://users.pullman.com/lostriver/weight_and_lifespan.htm Dog Longevity Web Site, Weight and Longevity page. Compiled by K. M. Cassidy. Retrieved July 5, 2007
  6. ^ http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/item/570 Kennel Club/British Small Animal Veterinary Association Scientific Committee. 2004. Purebred Dog Health Survey. Retrieved July 5, 2007
  7. ^ a b http://www.upei.ca/cidd/breeds/affen2.htm Canine Inherited Disorders Database, University of Prince Edward Island. Retrieved March 23, 2007
  8. ^ http://www.affenpinscher.org/breed_history.htm Affenpinscher Club of America: Breed History. Retrieved March 23, 2007

External links

Clubs, associations and societies


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