Active
Playful
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Devoted
Kind
Strong
Willed
Calm
Faithful
Easygoing
Earnest
Willing
Serene

Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn

United States

Germany

Giant Schnauzer, Bolognese

Brussels Griffon, Miniature Schnauzer

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Giant Bolonauzers have medium-length coats.

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

Wiry

Straight

A Giant Bolonauzer can have a litter of 5-8 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.

Giant Bolonauzers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Affenpinschers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Giant Bolonauzers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Affenpinscher breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lick Granuloma

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Atopy

Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Problems

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel
Allergy Testing

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Skeletal

Giant Bolonauzer 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.

Giant Bolonauzers 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 Giant Bolonauzer, 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 Giant Bolonauzers 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 Giant Bolonauzer 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.

Ideally, Giant Bolonauzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Affenpinscher should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-75 pound (11 - 34 kg) Giant Bolonauzer feed 3 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 Giant Bolonauzer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Giant Bolonauzer is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Affenpinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Giant Bolonauzers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Giant Bolonauzers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Affenpinschers are not suitable for children.

Giant Bolonauzers 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.

Giant Bolonauzers 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.

Giant Bolonauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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