Affenpinscher
VS
Japanese Chin
Affenpinscher vs Japanese Chin
Compare Affenpinscher and Japanese Chin side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Affenpinscher
Japanese Chin
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
24 – 25 cm
Weight
4 – 6 kg
2 – 4 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
4/5
2/5
Energy level
3/5
1/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Affenpinscher
Great with kids
Super smart
Tiny
Japanese Chin
Low grooming
Tiny
Summary
About Affenpinscher
The Affenpinscher is a small, sturdy German toy breed with a rough, low‑shedding coat and a monkey‑like face. Once a fearless ratter, it’s now a lively companion: alert watchdog, playful and affectionate yet independent, needing patient training, regular grooming, and daily mental and physical activity.
About Japanese Chin
The Japanese Chin is a small, fine‑boned toy companion with a silky, low‑maintenance coat and expressive, upturned face. Catlike and graceful, it bonds deeply to one person, is calm and playful indoors, needs moderate exercise, and prefers gentle handling and a peaceful home.
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