A Detailed Comparison of the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier.

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Affenhuahua Versus Australian Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier? 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 Australian Terrier 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 Australian Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier 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 Australian Terrier. 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 Australian Terrier.

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 Australian Terrier.

Affenhuahua versus Australian Terrier: Overview

Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are similar in size. The Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are both tiny-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Affenhuahua belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Australian Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Affenhuahua versus Australian Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenhuahua to the Australian Terrier 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 Australian Terrier

Factor Affenhuahua Australian Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 13 to 18 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
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 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Weight 4 to 12 pounds 14 to 16 pounds
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Height 6 to 12 inches 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 15.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1050 – $1500
Average Price No Data $1250
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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    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 Australian Terrier. 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 Australian Terrier is 81 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Australian Terrier is a better pet than the Affenhuahua. So, you should get the Australian Terrier!

    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 Australian Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are most different:

    • Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Australian Terriers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Affenhuahuas are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Australian Terriers are not prone to nip and chew at things.

    The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier

    The Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are most similar:

    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier do not get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are good for new dog owners.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    Size Comparison of Affenhuahua versus Australian Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenhuahua and the Australian Terrier.

    Affenhuahuas weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Affenhuahuas are 6 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Australian Terriers weigh 14 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Australian Terriers are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Affenhuahua versus Australian Terrier

    The lifespan of Affenhuahuas is between 13 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Affenhuahuas is 15.5 years.

    The lifespan of Australian Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Australian Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Affenhuahuas live longer than Australian Terriers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus Australian Terrier

    Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

    Australian Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Affenhuahuas shed more than Australian Terriers?

    Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Australian Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the Australian Terrier

    Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Australian Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the Australian Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

    Australian Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Australian Terrier?

    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.

    Australian Terriers 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 Australian Terriers?

    Affenhuahuas are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Australian Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Australian Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Australian Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. Australian Terrier

    Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Australian Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Australian Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Australian Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the Australian Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

    Australian Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about Australian Terriers?

    Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Australian Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and Australian Terriers?

    Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Australian Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the Australian Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

    Australian Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Affenhuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the Australian Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

    Australian Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenhuahua or the Australian Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

    Australian Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus Australian Terrier. 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 Australian Terrier better suits you and your family.