Affenpinscher

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 Three Year Vet and Dog lover. Owner of Website: Lovabledogs.info

Affenpinscher
By Cindy- Lovabledogs.info

The Affenpinscher Dog

The Affenpinscher is a small with lots of curiosity and playfulness. The Affenpinscher is a great choice for those with little experience with dogs as well as for those that are more experienced owners. The Affenpinscher is a breed that is very playful and entertaining, alert and agile. The Affenpinscher can also be suspicious towards others and can be very stubborn and strong willed. In most cases these toy dogs will get on fine with other family pets, and with older, considerate children. The Affenpinscher dogs are not recommended for families with younger, boisterous children. You will need to quickly show this breed of who is boss otherwise you may find your Affenpinscher to be very demanding and bossy. The Affenpinscher is a sensitive breed, and is also intelligent and energetic. His stubborn streak can make training a little difficult, however, and he can be hard to house break.
 
 The Affenpinscher is a breed that makes a very good watchdog, and also a great exercise companion for those that want some company whilst taking a stroll or a jog. Some Affenpinschers may be afraid of heights, so bear this in mind when picking your up, as he may panic and try and jump down. All in all, however, you will find this to be a fun-loving and loyal breed that makes for an excellent little pet.
 
 The Affenpinscher
 Known for its aristocratic bearing, the Afghan Hound is tall, willowy, with an elongated head and a silky topknot. Its convex muzzle gives it an appearance of a “Roman nose,” complemented by delicate almond shaped eyes. Its legs are long and straight. It has a silky coat, with its face and ears in a deeper shade, and a curled tail. This majestic appearance has given it the title “a king of dogs”. The Afghan Hound is also considered to be one of the oldest known breeds.
 
 Afghan Hound Skills
 Because of its great speed and agility (courtesy of its pivotal hip joints), the Afghan Hound was once a hunting used by the Afghan tribes of the Sanai and Egyptian deserts to

catch gazelles, deer and even leopards. It also guarded sheep and cattle. Today the Afghan Hound's skill is showcased in agility events and sports like lure coursing. With proper training and handling, its skittish nature can be tempered, revealing a playfulness that makes it a popular “therapy” to visit hospitals and homes for the elderly.
 
 Afghan Hound Personality
 The Afghan Hound is a very spirited dog, and needs to be trained gently but firmly—rough handling will only bring out its stubborn and defiant streak. This is one reason why it is difficult to housebreak, but once it decides that it likes obedience, it is intelligent enough to be taught many tricks. The Afghan Hound is aloof with strangers, but is very affectionate with its owners, and will (due to its very sensitive personality) even become depressed if it feels neglected. It is also important to select puppies very carefully. Observe their interactions with siblings to check for high strung or timid behavior. Afghan Hounds should be supervised at all times and are not recommended for families with young children.
 
 Afghan Hound Exercise Needs
 This Afghan needs at least 30 minutes of free galloping a day (preferably in a large yard), and long daily walks.
 
 Afghan Hound Living Conditions
 Afghan Hounds prefer sleeping indoors, but need large lawns or open spaces and plenty of exercise to stay happy. They are not well-suited for apartments.
 
 Afghan Hound Grooming Requirements
 The Afghan needs weekly baths and frequent brushing to avoid mattes and tangles, especially in adulthood when its luxurious coat becomes thicker and longer. It does not shed.
 
 Afghan Hound Health Issues
 Though not as prone as other dogs, the Afghan Hound can suffer from hip dysplasia, juvenila cataracts, hypothyroidism and enzyme deficiencies. Older Afghan Hounds may also be prone to cancer. 
 

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