Is the Affenpinscher Better than the Whoodle as a Pet? Answer…

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Affenpinscher Versus Whoodle: Introduction

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

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

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 Whoodle

Affenpinscher versus Whoodle: Overview

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

Affenpinscher versus Whoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenpinscher to the Whoodle 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 Whoodle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Weight 7 to 9 pounds 20 to 45 pounds
Height 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 20 inches
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2220 $2330
Price Range $500 – $1962 $1722 – $2550
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 Whoodle. 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 Whoodle is 83 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Whoodle is not better or worse than the Affenpinscher. So, you can get the Whoodle or 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 Whoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle

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

  • Affenpinschers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Whoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Affenpinschers are good for new dog owners. However, Whoodles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Affenpinschers are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Whoodles are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • The Similarities Between the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle

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

  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle 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 Whoodle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle are very playful.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Affenpinscher and the Whoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Affenpinscher versus Whoodle

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

    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, Whoodles weigh 20 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Whoodles are 12 to 20 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Affenpinscher versus Price of Whoodle

    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 Whoodle puppy is $2330. The price of the Whoodle typically ranges from $1722 – $2550. However, the price of a Whoodle can be as low as $1200 and as high as $6225. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 55 Whoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Whoodle is more expensive than the Affenpinscher.

    Affenpinscher Whoodle
    Average Price $2220 $2330
    Price Range $500 to $1962 $1722 to $2550

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Affenpinscher and Whoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Affenpinscher puppies or how many Whoodle 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 Whoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Whoodles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Affenpinscher puppy or the Whoodle 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenpinscher versus Whoodle

    Affenpinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Whoodles do not like to be left alone.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenpinschers and Whoodles?

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

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

    Do Affenpinschers shed more than Whoodles?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Affenpinscher or the Whoodle

    Affenpinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Whoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Affenpinscher Easier to Train than the Whoodle?

    Affenpinschers are not easy to train.

    Whoodles are not easy to train.

    Do Affenpinschers Bark and Howl? What about Whoodles?

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

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenpinscher vs. Whoodle

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

    Whoodles 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 Whoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Affenpinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Whoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

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

    Affenpinschers are moderately easy to groom.

    Whoodles are moderately easy to groom.

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

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

    Whoodles 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.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenpinscher or the Whoodle?

    Affenpinschers are very good for new dog owners.

    Whoodles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Affenpinschers get along very well with other dogs.

    Whoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Is the Affenpinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Whoodle?

    Affenpinschers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Whoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Are Affenpinschers good family dogs? What about Whoodles?

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

    Whoodles 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 Whoodle 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 Whoodle:

  • Barbet (74 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Barbet.
  • Hovawart (75 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Hovawart.
  • Lakeland Terrier (73 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Affenpinscher vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whoodle

    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 Whoodle vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
  • Peek A Poo (75 percent match with Affenpinscher). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Peek A Poo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Affenpinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Affenpinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog     Affenpinscher versus Kuvasz     Affenpinscher versus Spinone Italiano     Affenpinscher versus German Longhaired Pointer     Affenpinscher versus Saint Berdoodle     Affenpinscher versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Affenpinscher versus Brussels Griffon     Affenpinscher versus Boxerdoodle     Affenpinscher versus Beagle     Affenpinscher versus American Staffordshire Terrier     

    Whoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Whoodle versus Sealyham Terrier     Whoodle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Whoodle versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Whoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Whoodle versus Japanese Spitz     Whoodle versus Brittany     Whoodle versus Standard Poodle     Whoodle versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Whoodle versus Italian Greyhound     Whoodle versus Chinese Crested     

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