03 Frequently Asked Aquestions
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This article is from the Affenpinschers Breed FAQ, by Kimberly Andresen with numerous contributions by others.
03 Frequently Asked Aquestions
_Affen-What?_
Affenpinscher (af-en-pin-cher)
_Do they come in colors other than black?_
Yes. Affens can be black, silver, greay, black and tan, or red.
_Do they require alot of grooming?_
Ideally, no. The coat is a wirey, terrier-type that does not
require frequent brushing or bathing. However, they do need to be
"stripped" to maintain a healthy coat. This is an easy skill to
master. It involves pulling the dead, dull hair out...leaving shiny
new hair behind. The more dilligent you are about keeping your
Affen stripped, the less shedding you'll have to deal with.
_How are they with children?_
Depends. I have an Affen who loves children, and another who is
less than fond of them. I think it depends on what they were raised
with, and possibly if they've had a bad experience. (i.e. being
dropped by a child)
_C'mon, they're a Toy dog. How sturdy could they be?_
Very. Affens are a medium boned breed, and very sturdy. Not to say
you should encourage heavy rough-housing, but a few tumbles never
stopped a determined Affen.
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