Differences and Similarities between the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun.

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Affenpinscher Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction

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

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

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 Stabyhoun

Affenpinscher versus Stabyhoun: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenpinscher is a tiny-sized dog while the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenpinscher to the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 13 to 14 years
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Weight 7 to 9 pounds 45 to 50 pounds
Height 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 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

    *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 Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun is 85 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun

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

  • Affenpinschers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Stabyhouns get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Affenpinschers are not easy to train. However, Stabyhouns are very easy to train.
  • Affenpinschers are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Stabyhouns are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Affenpinschers adapt well to apartment living. However, Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun

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

  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun are very playful.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Stabyhoun are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Affenpinscher versus Stabyhoun

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

    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, Stabyhouns weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Stabyhouns are 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenpinscher versus Stabyhoun

    Affenpinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Stabyhouns can be left alone only for a short time.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenpinschers and Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Do Affenpinschers shed more than Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Affenpinscher or the Stabyhoun

    Affenpinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Stabyhouns do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Affenpinscher Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?

    Affenpinschers are not easy to train.

    Stabyhouns are very easy to train.

    Do Affenpinschers Bark and Howl? What about Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns bark and howl, but not very much.

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenpinscher vs. Stabyhoun

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

    Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhouns Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Affenpinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Affenpinschers are moderately easy to groom.

    Stabyhouns are moderately easy to groom.

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

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

    Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhoun?

    Affenpinschers are very good for new dog owners.

    Stabyhouns are OK for new dog owners.

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

    Affenpinschers get along very well with other dogs.

    Stabyhouns get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the Affenpinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Stabyhoun?

    Affenpinschers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Are Affenpinschers good family dogs? What about Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun:

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Cockalier (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Cockalier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Stabyhoun

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Affenpinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Affenpinscher versus Shiranian     Affenpinscher versus Shichon     Affenpinscher versus Gordon Setter     Affenpinscher versus Toy Fox Terrier     Affenpinscher versus Samoyed     Affenpinscher versus Field Spaniel     Affenpinscher versus Westiepoo     Affenpinscher versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Affenpinscher versus Scottish Deerhound     Affenpinscher versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     

    Stabyhoun Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Stabyhoun versus Papipoo     Stabyhoun versus French Bulldog     Stabyhoun versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Stabyhoun versus Bulldog     Stabyhoun versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Stabyhoun versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Stabyhoun versus Silky Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Toy Fox Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Swedish Vallhund     Stabyhoun versus Bulldog     

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