Affenpinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. Final Verdict on Which is a Better Pet.

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Affenpinscher Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Affenpinscher and for the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Affenpinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Affenpinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenpinscher is a tiny-sized dog while the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Affenpinscher belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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.

Affenpinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenpinscher to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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.

Factor Affenpinscher Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 14 years
Easy To Train 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Weight 7 to 9 pounds 30 to 40 pounds
Height 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2220 No Data
Price Range $500 – $1962 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 147 151
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 37 62

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Affenpinscher 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. 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 a Affenpinscher is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Affenpinscher is a better pet than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. So, you should get the Affenpinscher!

    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 Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Below is a list of where the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most different:

  • Affenpinschers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Affenpinschers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Affenpinschers are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Affenpinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    • The Similarities Between the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    The Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most similar:

  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are not easy to train.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very playful.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Affenpinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

    Affenpinschers weigh 7 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Affenpinschers are 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens weigh 30 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Adopting the Affenpinscher versus Adopting the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Affenpinschers and many Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Affenpinscher named Major that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Affenpinschers like Major on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Affenpinschers, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are also available for adoption. For example, Mr. Noodles is a Male Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens like Mr. Noodles that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Strattman is the name of another Affenpinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Affenpinschers and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Affenpinscher versus the Intelligence of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Affenpinscher Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
    Intelligence Rank 37 out of 130 dog breeds 62 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions!

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.

    • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Affenpinscher has an obedience intelligence rank of 37 out of 130 dog breeds. The Affenpinscher belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Affenpinschers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has an obedience intelligence rank of 62 out of 130 dog breeds. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Affenpinscher is more intelligent than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Affenpinscher versus Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Affenpinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Affenpinscher is 147 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 151 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Affenpinscher

    Popularity of Affenpinscher

    Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Year Affenpinscher Popularity Rank Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Popularity Rank
    2013 143 138
    2014 144 150
    2015 136 143
    2016 149 148
    2017 147 160
    2018 148 156
    2019 151 152
    2020 163 164

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenpinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Affenpinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can be left alone only for a short time.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenpinschers and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Affenpinschers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Do Affenpinschers shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Affenpinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Affenpinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Affenpinscher Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Affenpinschers are not easy to train.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.

    Do Affenpinschers Bark and Howl? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenpinscher vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Affenpinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenpinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Affenpinschers are moderately easy to groom.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Affenpinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens 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.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenpinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Affenpinschers are very good for new dog owners.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are OK for new dog owners.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenpinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Affenpinschers get along very well with other dogs.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the Affenpinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Affenpinschers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens adapt very well to apartment living.

    Are Affenpinschers good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Affenpinscher

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen:

  • Finnish Spitz (77 percent match with Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Finnish Spitz.
  • Jack Russell Terrier (77 percent match with Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Jack Russell Terrier.
  • Scottish Terrier (78 percent match with Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Scottish Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Affenpinscher that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Affenpinscher:

  • Dandie Dinmont Terrier (75 percent match with Affenpinscher). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
  • Peek A Poo (75 percent match with Affenpinscher). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Peek A Poo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Affenpinscher and how the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Affenpinscher and of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to other breeds:

    Affenpinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Affenpinscher versus Toy Poodle     Affenpinscher versus Boxer     Affenpinscher versus Cockapoo     Affenpinscher versus Chorkie     Affenpinscher versus Keeshond     Affenpinscher versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Affenpinscher versus Lhasa Apso     Affenpinscher versus American Hairless Terrier     Affenpinscher versus Komondor     Affenpinscher versus Italian Greyhound     

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Goldador     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Canaan Dog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Lancashire Heeler     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Coton de Tulear     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Plott     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Cockapoo     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus American Foxhound     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Golden Retriever     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Norwegian Buhund     

    Conclusion: Affenpinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. 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 Affenpinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen better suits you and your family.