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Affen Spaniel Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Affen Spaniel so you can get to know the breed more.

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Common Names & Aliases
What other names is an Affen Spaniel known by? Discover all traditional, regional and informal names used for this breed.
Affen Cocker
Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is an Affen Spaniel? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Affenpinscher and Cocker Spaniel mix.

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Affen Spaniel Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is an Affen Spaniel? Learn how big the Affen Spaniel breed typically grows.
SmallMedium
Weight Statistics
How much does an Affen Spaniel weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Affen Spaniel breed.
Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of an Affen Spaniel?
Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Affen Spaniel? Affen Spaniel height:
10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of an Affen Spaniel?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Affen Spaniel Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does an Affen Spaniel puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Affen Spaniel costs.
$800-$1200
If you choose to purchase the Affen Spaniel, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Affen Spaniel for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Affen Spaniel gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Affen Spaniel? How many Affen Spaniel are there in the world?
Average: The Affen Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed. There is less risk of overbreeding compared to the very popular dogs.

Of course, they may be more popular in some countries, and inbreeding may occur, so be careful.

Affen Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is an Affen Spaniel? Discover the Affen Spaniel's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Outstanding: Affen Spaniel is one of the brightest dog breeds. They desire to learn tricks and commands often. The limit is your creativity. They understand and memorize new commands in fewer than 5 repetitions. This breed obeys the first command 95% of the time or better.

The Affen Spaniel is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train an Affen Spaniel? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's trainability and response to training methods.
Affen Spaniel dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Rating
How good is an Affen Spaniel as a watchdog? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's alertness and guarding instincts.
Affen Spaniel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're very consistent in their effort. The best vocal cords and sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're very territorial and protective about their property, so the Affen Spaniel dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is an Affen Spaniel protective of its territory? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's guarding instincts and behavior.
Affen Spaniel dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Affen Spaniel Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does an Affen Spaniel have? Learn about characteristic Affen Spaniel temperament and behavior traits.
ActiveCuriousPlayfulAdventurousFunnyLovingStubbornIntelligentFriendlyAffectionateTrainableQuietFaithful
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Affen Spaniel sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Affen Spaniel dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is an Affen Spaniel a good family dog?
High: Affen Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Affen Cocker need? Affen Spaniel social needs:
Affen Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Affen Spaniel to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Affen Spaniel roam?
Affen Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. Sometimes they like to explore the world and they might escape once or twice, but usually, they prefer staying safely at home. Safer to teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Affen Spaniel have high prey drive?
Affen Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. Cats or any other small animals might be in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Affen Spaniel dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Affen Spaniel Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does an Affen Spaniel bark a lot? Learn about typical Affen Spaniel vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average: The Affen Spaniel barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is an Affen Spaniel? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Affen Spaniel breed.
The Affen Spaniel is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Apartment Adaptability
Can an Affen Spaniel live in an apartment? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's suitability for apartment living.
Very house-friendly dog the Affen Spaniel breed. It's good if you have a small garden where he can go out and do his business, but it's not important at all. You can get enough exercise with one or two walks a day, so keeping them indoors shouldn't be a problem.

Affen Spaniel Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is an Affen Spaniel to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's flexibility to new situations.
Affen Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can an Affen Spaniel be left alone? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's tolerance to solitude.
Affen Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Affen Spaniel Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is an Affen Spaniel biting potential? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's bite risk factors.

Low 🔽

The Affen Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is an Affen Spaniel mouthy? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's tendency to use mouth during play.
Affen Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Affen Spaniel dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is an Affen Spaniel bite? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Affen Spaniel bite force: Weak. The Affen Spaniel bite force is considered weak when compared to other dog breeds. The bite force Affen Spaniel measurements usually fall below 200 PSI, making them one of the breeds with the weakest bite force. The bite force of an Affen Spaniel may be weak, but it's important to remember that any dog's bite can still be dangerous if not managed properly. Despite the bite force of Affen Spaniel being lower, it does not make them any less lovable or enjoyable as pets.

Affen Spaniel bite wounds might not be as severe, but it is still essential to be cautious and prevent any biting incidents.

They are usually not aggressive and very friendly towards children and other animals. To ensure a well-behaved dog, it's essential to learn how to train an Affen Spaniel puppy not to bite from an early age. With proper training and socialization, an Affen Spaniel can be a wonderful addition to any family, providing love and companionship for years to come.

Affen Spaniel Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does an Affen Spaniel live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Affen Spaniel breed.
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Affen Spaniel: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does an Affen Spaniel handle different weather? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's climate adaptability.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. Dogs with a double coat of fur have a layer of fur that insulates their skin and helps protect them from the cold and the heat.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in an Affen Spaniel? Discover typical conditions affecting the Affen Spaniel breed.
The Affen Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does an Affen Spaniel need vet visits? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's veterinary care requirements.
Average
The Affen Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Affen Spaniel breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Affen Spaniel breed? Most common health risks of Affen Spaniel:
CataractsCollapsed TracheaFracturesHeart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes DiseaseLuxating PatellaOpen FontanelPatellar LuxationPatent Ductus ArteriosisSlipped StifleEar InfectionsElbow DysplasiaRenal Failure

Affen Spaniel Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is an Affen Spaniel? Understand daily activity needs of the Affen Spaniel breed.
Affen Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does an Affen Spaniel need? How much exercise do Affen Spaniel dogs require per day?

Do Affen Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises?

Affen Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise. Daily walks should be on schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Affen Spaniel breed need?
Affen Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Affen Spaniel Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is an Affen Spaniel prone to weight gain? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Affen Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Affen Spaniel weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does an Affen Spaniel need daily? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's feeding requirements.
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Affen Spaniel Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is an Affen Spaniel hypoallergenic? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Affen Spaniel dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does an Affen Spaniel come in? Discover all possible Affen Spaniel color variations.
BlackBelgeTan Red Blue Silver Golden LiverRoan
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does an Affen Spaniel need? Learn about Affen Spaniel coat maintenance requirements.
Advanced: The Affen Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer can be helpful sometimes.

Regular brushed dog's coat is less likely to shed. Ears and eyes should be cleaned often to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Occasional dog nail trimming and dog baths are important.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and to give your Affen Spaniel a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Affen Spaniel, search for the best dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.
Drooling Tendency
Does an Affen Spaniel drool a lot? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's drooling habits.
The Affen Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Affen Spaniel could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Affen Spaniel.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does an Affen Spaniel smell bad? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Affen Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does an Affen Spaniel have? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's fur characteristics.
WiryFeathered
Bathing Needs
How often does an Affen Spaniel need baths? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's bathing requirements.
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Shedding Level
How much do Affen Spaniel dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Affen Cocker? Do Affen Spaniel dogs shed a lot?
Affen Spaniel dogs are low shedders. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type.

Affen Spaniel Good With

Child Compatibility
Is an Affen Spaniel good with children? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's behavior around kids of different ages.
Affen Spaniel dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does an Affen Spaniel get along with other pets? Discover the Affen Spaniel's compatibility with other animals.
Affen Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Affen Spaniel temperament with other people:
Affen Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
How well do Affen Spaniel dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Affen Spaniel breed live with a cat?
Affen Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Affen Spaniel good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Affen Spaniel dogs get along with other dogs?
Affen Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Affen Spaniel can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Affen Spaniel breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Affen Spaniel breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Affen Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Affen Spaniel dogs good office canines? Do Affen Spaniel dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Affen Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Affen Spaniel dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Affen Cocker temperament with senior people? Are Affen Spaniel dogs good for elderly owners?
Affen Spaniels are commonly okay with elderly people.

Affen Spaniel As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can an Affen Spaniel be a service dog? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's service work potential.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Affen Spaniel is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is an Affen Spaniel good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's therapy work aptitude.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Affen Spaniel is not the best breed for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is an Affen Spaniel good at detection work? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's scenting abilities.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Affen Spaniel is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can an Affen Spaniel do search and rescue? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's SAR capabilities.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Affen Spaniel is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is an Affen Spaniel good on boats? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's maritime capabilities.

Yes

Affen Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, as a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can an Affen Spaniel pull carts? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's drafting abilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Affen Spaniel is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was an Affen Spaniel used in military service? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's military history.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Affen Spaniel Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does an Affen Spaniel usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
2-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is an Affen Spaniel pregnant? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Affen Spaniel: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can an Affen Spaniel have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Affen Spaniel Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is an Affen Spaniel in? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is an Affen Spaniel in? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Which kennel clubs recognize an Affen Spaniel? Learn about the Affen Spaniel's official recognition.
Dog Registry of America Inc.

Affen Spaniel Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Outstanding: Affen Spaniel is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Training Difficulty: Affen Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
  • Apartment Adaptability: Very house-friendly dog the Affen Spaniel breed.
  • Shedding Level: Affen Spaniel dogs are low shedders.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Affen Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Watchdog Rating: Affen Spaniel dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Affen Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Cat Friendly: Affen Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Affen Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Affen Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Maritime Work Ability: Affen Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.

    Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

    Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages.

Cons
  • Allergy Friendliness: Affen Spaniel dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Grooming Requirements: Advanced: The Affen Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
  • Obesity Tendency: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Affen Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Affen Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Affen Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Affen Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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