Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Affenpinscher Versus Portuguese Pointer: Introduction
- Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer: Overview
- Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer
- The Similarities Between the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer
- Size (Weight and Height) of Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer
- Health Problems of Affenpinscher versus Health Problems of Portuguese Pointer
- Tolerates Being Alone: Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer
- How Kid-friendly are Affenpinschers and Portuguese Pointers?
- Do Affenpinschers shed more than Portuguese Pointers?
- Which one drools more, the Affenpinscher or the Portuguese Pointer
- Is the Affenpinscher Easier to Train than the Portuguese Pointer?
- Do Affenpinschers Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Pointers?
- Wanderlust Potential: Affenpinscher vs. Portuguese Pointer
- Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenpinscher or the Portuguese Pointer?
- Does the Affenpinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Pointer?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenpinscher or the Portuguese Pointer?
- Are Affenpinschers good family dogs? What about Portuguese Pointers?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Affenpinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Pointer
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer. Which One is a Better Pet?
Affenpinscher Versus Portuguese Pointer: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer? 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 Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer. 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 Portuguese Pointer.
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 Portuguese Pointer
Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer: Overview
A very important difference between the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenpinscher is a tiny-sized dog while the Portuguese Pointer is a medium-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 Portuguese Pointer belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Affenpinscher to the Portuguese Pointer 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 | Portuguese Pointer |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 9 pounds | 35 to 59 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 22 inches |
| 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 |
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*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 Portuguese Pointer. 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 Portuguese Pointer is 72 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Affenpinscher is a better pet than the Portuguese Pointer. 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 Portuguese Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer
Below is a list of where the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer are most different:
The Similarities Between the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer
The Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer.
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, Portuguese Pointers weigh 35 to 59 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Pointers are 20 to 22 inches when fully grown.
Health Problems of Affenpinscher versus Health Problems of Portuguese Pointer
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Affenpinscher and the Portuguese Pointer are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Affenpinscher is prone to more genetic health problems than the Portuguese Pointer.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Affenpinscher than for the Portuguese Pointer.
4 health tests are recommended for Affenpinscher while 3 tests are recommended for the Portuguese Pointer.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Affenpinschers and in Portuguese Pointers.
Affenpinscher Health Problems
Affenpinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Affenpinscher puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Affenpinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Affenpinscher breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Affenpinschers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Affenpinschers here.
Portuguese Pointer Health Problems
Portuguese Pointers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Portuguese Pointer puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Portuguese Pointer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Portuguese Pointer breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Portuguese Pointers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Portuguese Pointers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer
Affenpinschers do not like to be left alone.
Portuguese Pointers do not like to be left alone.
How Kid-friendly are Affenpinschers and Portuguese Pointers?
Affenpinschers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Portuguese Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Do Affenpinschers shed more than Portuguese Pointers?
Affenpinschers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Portuguese Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Affenpinscher or the Portuguese Pointer
Affenpinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Portuguese Pointers drool moderately.
Is the Affenpinscher Easier to Train than the Portuguese Pointer?
Affenpinschers are not easy to train.
Portuguese Pointers are very easy to train.
Do Affenpinschers Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Pointers?
Affenpinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Portuguese Pointers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Affenpinscher vs. Portuguese Pointer
Affenpinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Portuguese Pointers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Affenpinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Portuguese Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Affenpinschers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Portuguese Pointers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenpinscher or the Portuguese Pointer?
Affenpinschers are moderately easy to groom.
Portuguese Pointers are very easy to groom.
Does the Affenpinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Pointer?
Affenpinschers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointer?
Affenpinschers are very good for new dog owners.
Portuguese Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenpinscher or the Portuguese Pointer?
Affenpinschers get along very well with other dogs.
Portuguese Pointers do not get along well with other dogs.
Is the Affenpinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Pointer?
Affenpinschers adapt very well to apartment living.
Portuguese Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Are Affenpinschers good family dogs? What about Portuguese Pointers?
Affenpinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Pointer
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Affenpinscher and how the Portuguese Pointer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Affenpinscher and of the Portuguese Pointer to other breeds:
Affenpinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
Affenpinscher versus Bracco Italiano Affenpinscher versus Yorkipoo Affenpinscher versus Afador Affenpinscher versus Japanese Spitz Affenpinscher versus Bolognese Affenpinscher versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Affenpinscher versus Great Pyrenees Affenpinscher versus Dutch Shepherd Affenpinscher versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Affenpinscher versus Bordoodle
Portuguese Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
Portuguese Pointer versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Portuguese Pointer versus French Bulldog Portuguese Pointer versus Chorkie Portuguese Pointer versus Spanish Mastiff Portuguese Pointer versus Bullmastiff Portuguese Pointer versus Silky Terrier Portuguese Pointer versus Greyhound Portuguese Pointer versus Yorkshire Terrier Portuguese Pointer versus Yorkshire Terrier Portuguese Pointer versus Bloodhound
Conclusion: Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Pointer. 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 Portuguese Pointer better suits you and your family.