Bearded Collie has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Affenpinscher has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Bearded Collie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Affenpinschers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Lively
Alert
Intelligent
Assertive
Confident

Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn

Bearded Collies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Affenpinschers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Bearded Collies 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.

Scotland

Germany

magyar komondor

Brussels Griffon, Miniature Schnauzer

1800s

1600s

Herding (AKC:1976 & UKC)

Toy (AKC:1936)
Companion Dog (UKC)

Blue
Brown

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black

Blue
Fawn
Brown
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Bearded Collies are known for their coat length.

Affenpinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lick Granuloma

Pemphigus
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Corneal Dystrophy

Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Problems

Hip
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Skeletal

Bearded Collie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Affenpinscher has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Affenpinscher dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Cuddling, Sniffing

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

Bearded Collies 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 Bearded Collie, it's at least 7 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 Bearded Collies 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Bearded Collie 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 Bearded Collie 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 Bearded Collie 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.

Bearded Collies can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Bearded Collies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Affenpinschers are not suitable for children.

Bearded Collies 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.

Bearded Collies 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.

Bearded Collies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Affenpinschers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bearded Collies are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Affenpinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bearded Collies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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