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- Affenhuahua Versus American Foxhound: Introduction
- Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound: Overview
- Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound
- The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound
- Size Comparison of Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound
- Lifespan of Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound
- Do Affenhuahuas shed more than American Foxhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the American Foxhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the American Foxhound?
- Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the American Foxhound?
- Do Affenhuahuas Bark and Howl? What about American Foxhounds?
- Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can American Foxhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. American Foxhound
- Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can American Foxhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the American Foxhound?
- Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about American Foxhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and American Foxhounds?
- Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the American Foxhound?
- Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Affenhuahua Versus American Foxhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Affenhuahua and for the American Foxhound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Affenhuahua or the American Foxhound.
Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog while the American Foxhound is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Affenhuahua belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the American Foxhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Affenhuahua to the American Foxhound based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound
| Factor | Affenhuahua | American Foxhound |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 13 to 18 years | 12 to 13 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 12 pounds | 40 to 60 pounds |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 6 to 12 inches | 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 15.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $400 – $500 |
| Average Price | No Data | $460 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Affenhuahua in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the American Foxhound. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Affenhuahua is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the American Foxhound is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the American Foxhound is not better or worse than the Affenhuahua. So, you can get the American Foxhound or the Affenhuahua!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound
Below is a list of where the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound are most different:
- Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs. However, American Foxhounds get along well with other dogs.
- Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, American Foxhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
- Affenhuahuas adapt well to apartment living. However, American Foxhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound
The Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound are most similar:
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound do not like to be left alone.
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound are very easy to groom.
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound are prone to nip and chew at things.
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
- Both the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
Size Comparison of Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound.
Affenhuahuas weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Affenhuahuas are 6 to 12 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, American Foxhounds weigh 40 to 60 pounds when fully grown. American Foxhounds are 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound
The lifespan of Affenhuahuas is between 13 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Affenhuahuas is 15.5 years.
The lifespan of American Foxhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of American Foxhounds is 12.5 years.
Affenhuahuas live longer than American Foxhounds.
Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound
Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.
American Foxhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Affenhuahuas shed more than American Foxhounds?
Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
American Foxhounds shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the American Foxhound
Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.
American Foxhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the American Foxhound?
Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.
American Foxhounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the American Foxhound?
Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
American Foxhounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Affenhuahuas Bark and Howl? What about American Foxhounds?
Affenhuahuas are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
American Foxhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can American Foxhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
American Foxhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. American Foxhound
Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
American Foxhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can American Foxhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
American Foxhounds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the American Foxhound?
Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.
American Foxhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about American Foxhounds?
Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
American Foxhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and American Foxhounds?
Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
American Foxhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the American Foxhound?
Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.
American Foxhounds are not easy to train.
Is the Affenhuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the American Foxhound?
Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.
American Foxhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenhuahua or the American Foxhound?
Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.
American Foxhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus American Foxhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Affenhuahua and the American Foxhound better suits you and your family.