Brave
Impetuous
Obedient
Docile
Intelligent
Quarrelsome

Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn

Portuguese Water Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose an Affenpinscher if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Portugal

Germany

poodle

Brussels Griffon, Miniature Schnauzer

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

700 BC

1600s

Working (AKC:1983)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Toy (AKC:1936)
Companion Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Curly

Straight

A Portuguese Water Dog can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Affenpinscher can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lick Granuloma

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Problems

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Skeletal

Portuguese Water Dogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Affenpinschers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Portuguese Water Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Affenpinschers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Portuguese Water Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Affenpinschers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

While Portuguese Water Dog dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Affenpinscher dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walking, Petting, Running, Run, Frisbee, Swim, Fetch, Nose work, Sniffing, Drinking water, Jogging, Walk, Tug-of-war, Jump

Walk, Play, Chase, Catch treats, Dog Parks, Scenting, Marking

Portuguese Water Dogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Affenpinschers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Portuguese Water Dog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Affenpinscher, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Portuguese Water Dogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Affenpinschers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Portuguese Water Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Affenpinschers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 42-60 pound (19 - 27 kg) Portuguese Water Dog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 7-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Affenpinscher feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Portuguese Water Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Affenpinscher is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Portuguese Water Dog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Affenpinscher is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Affenpinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Portuguese Water Dog is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Affenpinschers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Portuguese Water Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Affenpinschers are not suitable for children.

Portuguese Water Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Affenpinschers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Portuguese Water Dogs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Affenpinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Portuguese Water Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Affenpinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.