Appearance of the Affengriffon
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| These cute little dogs are a cross between the Affenpinscher and the Griffon Bruxellois, and can have characteristics of both breeds. They have large eyes on round heads, with slightly square bodies. Their straight legs are short, like those of their two parent breeds. They can be found in a variety of colors, including black, silver, white, brown, tan and red. Their dense coat is rough and hard, with a wire-like texture. As both parents are small and feisty, getting dogs used to their grooming sessions from an early age will benefit both owner and pet. Considered high-maintenance when it comes to grooming, the Affengriffon will look its best when brushed and trimmed with care, making the most of its rough coat and allowing its eyes to shine and be seen. |
Temperament of the Affengriffon
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| These hybrid dogs are friendly, intelligent pets who enjoy spending time with their owners and showing off for them. They are not known for being shy dogs, and on the contrary, they are quite confident, despite their small size. They can get excited easily and will need entertaining, or they can be moody and territorial. If bored, these dogs can pick up bad habits like barking, biting or becoming possessive of their toys and food. They get on well with other dogs, but if they don't know them, they need to be supervised. As they are stubborn, these dogs may sometimes try to fight with dogs bigger than themselves. Because of this trait, this breed can be difficult to train, but with a little effort, they can be excellent dogs and can also be good at learning tricks. They do well with children, but as they are very excitable, they may not be suitable for a home with very young children. What's more, they won't make very good watchdogs. |
Needs and activities of the Affengriffon
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| Although this dog is a mix of two small toy dogs, it needs plenty of exercise to stay healthy. Make sure you spend at least 30 minutes a day walking with him or playing a game that gets him moving, such as ball play. When you visit a dog park, keep a close eye on this tenacious little dog, as he'll think he's high and ball-proof. Both breeds involved in the creation of this hybrid are known for their agility skills, which is a great way to get exercise for you and him, but also to create a closer bond between you. |
Maintenance of the Affengriffon
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| These dogs need daily walks that shouldn't be too short, but not too long either. They need to spend time socializing with their owners. Because they are small, these dogs are well suited to apartment living. The Affenpinscher and Brussels Griffon both have high grooming needs, and the Affengriffon is expected to have the same. He'll need weekly brushing to prevent his shaggy coat from matting and to catch the few hairs he sheds. In addition to regular grooming, this hybrid breed, like all other dogs, needs its nails trimmed as often as necessary. If they don't wear naturally, they should be trimmed once or twice a month. Dental hygiene must also be maintained. To this end, dogs should have their teeth brushed at least once or twice a week, although daily brushing is preferable. |
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