Affenpinscher versus Pomsky. Final Verdict on Which is a Better Pet.

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Affenpinscher Versus Pomsky: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky 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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky.

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 Pomsky

Affenpinscher versus Pomsky: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenpinscher is a tiny-sized dog while the Pomsky 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 Pomsky belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Affenpinscher versus Pomsky: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenpinscher to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Weight 7 to 9 pounds 7 to 38 pounds
Height 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 15 inches
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2220 $2270
Price Range $500 – $1962 $1500 – $2995
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    *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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky is 76 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky

    Below is a list of where the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky are most different:

  • Affenpinschers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Pomskys 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, Pomskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky

    The Affenpinscher and the Pomsky are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky are most similar:

  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky are not easy to train.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky are very playful.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Affenpinscher versus Pomsky

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenpinscher and the Pomsky.

    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, Pomskys weigh 7 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Pomskys are 10 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Affenpinscher versus Price of Pomsky

    The average price of the Affenpinscher puppy is $2220. The price of the Affenpinscher typically ranges from $500 – $1962. However, the price of a Affenpinscher can be as low as $150 and as high as $10000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 8 Affenpinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Pomsky puppy is $2270. The price of the Pomsky typically ranges from $1500 – $2995. However, the price of a Pomsky can be as low as $500 and as high as $7000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 823 Pomsky puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pomsky is more expensive than the Affenpinscher.

    Affenpinscher Pomsky
    Average Price $2220 $2270
    Price Range $500 to $1962 $1500 to $2995

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Affenpinscher and Pomsky. For different price points, the charts show how many Affenpinscher puppies or how many Pomsky puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Affenpinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Affenpinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomskys

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomskys

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Affenpinscher puppy or the Pomsky puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the Affenpinscher versus Adopting the Pomsky

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Affenpinschers and many Pomskys 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 Levi that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Affenpinschers like Levi on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Affenpinschers, Pomskys are also available for adoption. For example, Ty is a Male Pomsky that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pomskys like Ty that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Affenpinscher and the Pomsky can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

    You can find more Affenpinschers and Pomskys that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenpinscher versus Pomsky

    Affenpinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Pomskys do not like to be left alone.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenpinschers and Pomskys?

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

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

    Do Affenpinschers shed more than Pomskys?

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

    Pomskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Affenpinscher or the Pomsky

    Affenpinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pomskys do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Affenpinscher Easier to Train than the Pomsky?

    Affenpinschers are not easy to train.

    Pomskys are fairly easy to train.

    Do Affenpinschers Bark and Howl? What about Pomskys?

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

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenpinscher vs. Pomsky

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

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

    Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomskys Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Affenpinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pomskys can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenpinscher or the Pomsky?

    Affenpinschers are moderately easy to groom.

    Pomskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Affenpinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomsky?

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

    Pomskys 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 Pomsky?

    Affenpinschers are very good for new dog owners.

    Pomskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenpinscher or the Pomsky?

    Affenpinschers get along very well with other dogs.

    Pomskys get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Is the Affenpinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomsky?

    Affenpinschers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pomskys adapt very well to apartment living.

    Are Affenpinschers good family dogs? What about Pomskys?

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

    Pomskys 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 Pomsky 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 Pomsky:

  • Pomeranian (78 percent match with Pomsky). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Pomeranian.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomsky

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Affenpinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Affenpinscher versus Skye Terrier     Affenpinscher versus Australian Kelpie     Affenpinscher versus Puggle     Affenpinscher versus Bullmastiff     Affenpinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Affenpinscher versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Affenpinscher versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Affenpinscher versus Affenhuahua     Affenpinscher versus Pointer     Affenpinscher versus Bearded Collie     

    Pomsky Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pomsky versus English Toy Spaniel     Pomsky versus Lancashire Heeler     Pomsky versus Gordon Setter     Pomsky versus Norfolk Terrier     Pomsky versus Bulldog     Pomsky versus Fila Brasileiro     Pomsky versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Pomsky versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Pomsky versus Sheepadoodle     Pomsky versus Cairn Terrier     

    Conclusion: Affenpinscher versus Pomsky. 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 Pomsky better suits you and your family.