Miniature Schnauzer has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Affenpinscher has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Alert
Friendly
Obedient
Fearless
Intelligent
Spirited

Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn

Germany

Germany

schnauzer, affenpinscher, poodle

Brussels Griffon, Miniature Schnauzer

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

1800s

1600s

Terrier (AKC:1926)(UKC)

Toy (AKC:1936)
Companion Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Silver

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Miniature Schnauzers have medium-length coats.

Affenpinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Straight

Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lick Granuloma

Bladder Stones
Cushing's Disease
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome

Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Problems

Blood Test
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Physical Examination

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Skeletal

Miniature Schnauzers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Affenpinschers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Miniature Schnauzer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Affenpinscher has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Miniature Schnauzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Affenpinschers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Miniature Schnauzers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Affenpinscher dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Affenpinscher dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Barking, Walk, Walking, Fetch, Go to Park, Running, Sniffing, Jumping, Snuggle, Playing, Rolling, Eating Snacks, Play, Run, Sniff, Lick, Run in circles, Moustaching, Belly rubs, Balloons, Tug-of-war, Nap, Chase, Cuddle, Road trip, Groom, Bath time, Off-leash, Bike ride, Swim

Walk, Play, Chase, Catch treats, Dog Parks, Scenting, Marking

In general most Miniature Schnauzers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Affenpinschers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Miniature Schnauzers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Affenpinschers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Miniature Schnauzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Affenpinscher should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Schnauzer is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Affenpinscher is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Affenpinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Miniature Schnauzers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Affenpinschers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Miniature Schnauzers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Affenpinschers are not suitable for children.

Miniature Schnauzers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Affenpinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Miniature Schnauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Affenpinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.