A Detailed Comparison of the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd.

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Affenhuahua Versus Dutch Shepherd: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd. 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 Dutch Shepherd.

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 Dutch Shepherd.

Affenhuahua versus Dutch Shepherd: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog while the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Affenhuahua versus Dutch Shepherd: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenhuahua to the Dutch Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd

Factor Affenhuahua Dutch Shepherd
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 13 to 18 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Weight 4 to 12 pounds 50 to 70 pounds
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 4/5
Height 6 to 12 inches 21 to 25 inches
Average Lifespan 15.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $900 – $1500
Average Price No Data $1530
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 Dutch Shepherd. 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 Dutch Shepherd is 85 out of 125.

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

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd

Below is a list of where the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd are most different:

  • Affenhuahuas gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Dutch Shepherds are not prone to gaining weight easily.

The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd

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

  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

Size Comparison of Affenhuahua versus Dutch Shepherd

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenhuahua and the Dutch Shepherd.

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

On the other hand, Dutch Shepherds weigh 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Dutch Shepherds are 21 to 25 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Affenhuahua versus Dutch Shepherd

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

The lifespan of Dutch Shepherds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Dutch Shepherds is 13.5 years.

Affenhuahuas live longer than Dutch Shepherds.

Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus Dutch Shepherd

Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

Dutch Shepherds do not like to be left alone.

Do Affenhuahuas shed more than Dutch Shepherds?

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

Dutch Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the Dutch Shepherd

Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

Dutch Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the Dutch Shepherd?

Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

Dutch Shepherds are moderately easy to groom.

Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dutch Shepherd?

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.

Dutch Shepherds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

Do Affenhuahuas Bark and Howl? What about Dutch Shepherds?

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

Dutch Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

Dutch Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. Dutch Shepherd

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

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

Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dutch Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

Dutch Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the Dutch Shepherd?

Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

Dutch Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.

Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about Dutch Shepherds?

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

Dutch Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and Dutch Shepherds?

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

Dutch Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the Dutch Shepherd?

Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

Dutch Shepherds are very easy to train.

Is the Affenhuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the Dutch Shepherd?

Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

Dutch Shepherds adapt moderately well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenhuahua or the Dutch Shepherd?

Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

Dutch Shepherds are OK for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus Dutch Shepherd. 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 Dutch Shepherd better suits you and your family.