Which is Better Between the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees?

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Affenhuahua Versus Great Pyrenees: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees 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 Great Pyrenees. 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 Great Pyrenees.

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 Great Pyrenees.

Affenhuahua versus Great Pyrenees: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog while the Great Pyrenees is a giant-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Great Pyrenees belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Affenhuahua versus Great Pyrenees: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenhuahua to the Great Pyrenees 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 Great Pyrenees

Factor Affenhuahua Great Pyrenees
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 13 to 18 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 1/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Weight 4 to 12 pounds 85 to 160 pounds
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Height 6 to 12 inches 25 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 15.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $500 – $1000
Average Price No Data $830
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Auburn
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Optigen
  • 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 Great Pyrenees. 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 Great Pyrenees is 63 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Affenhuahua is a better pet than the Great Pyrenees. So, you should get 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 Great Pyrenees so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees

    Below is a list of where the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees are most different:

    • Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Great Pyreneess can tolerate cold weather.
    • Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Great Pyreneess shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Great Pyreneess have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Great Pyreneess have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Affenhuahuas adapt well to apartment living. However, Great Pyreneess do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Affenhuahuas are good for new dog owners. However, Great Pyreneess are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees

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

    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees 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 Great Pyrenees are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.

    Size Comparison of Affenhuahua versus Great Pyrenees

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenhuahua and the Great Pyrenees.

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

    On the other hand, Great Pyreneess weigh 85 to 160 pounds when fully grown. Great Pyreneess are 25 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Affenhuahua versus Great Pyrenees

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

    The lifespan of Great Pyreneess is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Great Pyreneess is 11.0 years.

    Affenhuahuas live longer than Great Pyreneess.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus Great Pyrenees

    Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

    Great Pyreneess can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Affenhuahuas shed more than Great Pyreneess?

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

    Great Pyreneess shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the Great Pyrenees

    Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Great Pyreneess do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the Great Pyrenees?

    Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

    Great Pyreneess are very easy to groom.

    Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Great Pyrenees?

    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.

    Great Pyreneess 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 Great Pyreneess?

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

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

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Great Pyreneess can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. Great Pyrenees

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

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

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Great Pyreneess Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Great Pyreneess can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the Great Pyrenees?

    Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

    Great Pyreneess get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about Great Pyreneess?

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

    Great Pyreneess are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and Great Pyreneess?

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

    Great Pyreneess get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the Great Pyrenees?

    Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

    Great Pyreneess are not easy to train.

    Is the Affenhuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the Great Pyrenees?

    Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

    Great Pyreneess do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenhuahua or the Great Pyrenees?

    Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

    Great Pyreneess are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus Great Pyrenees. 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 Great Pyrenees better suits you and your family.