Breed Comparison: German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Affenhuahua

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Last Updated: Jun 19, 2022

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German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Affenhuahua: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the German Shorthaired Pointer and for the Affenhuahua. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Affenhuahua.

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Affenhuahua: Overview

A very important difference between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog while the Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the German Shorthaired Pointer belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

On the other hand, the Affenhuahua belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Affenhuahua: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Affenhuahua based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua

Factor German Shorthaired Pointer Affenhuahua
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Height 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho 6 to 12 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years 13 to 18 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Weight 45 to 70 pounds 4 to 12 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 15.5 years
Average Price $1140 No Data
Price Range $800 – $1300 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – min age 24 months
  • Cone Degeneration
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – annual exams until age 6 recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
    		•  No Data

    *Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Shorthaired Pointer in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Affenhuahua. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the German Shorthaired Pointer is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Affenhuahua is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the German Shorthaired Pointer is a better pet than the Affenhuahua. So, you should get a German Shorthaired Pointer!

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua

    Below is a list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua are most different:

  • German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Affenhuahuas adapt well to apartment living.
  • German Shorthaired Pointers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • German Shorthaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    • The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua

    The German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua are most similar:

  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua are very easy to groom.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    • Size Comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Affenhuahua

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua.

    The German Shorthaired Pointer weighs 45 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The German Shorthaired Pointer is 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho when fully grown.

    On the other hand, the Affenhuahua weighs 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. The Affenhuahua is 6 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    Size of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Size of Affenhuahua

    Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Affenhuahua

    The lifespan of the German Shorthaired Pointer is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the German Shorthaired Pointer is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of the Affenhuahua is between 13 to 18 years. The average lifespan of the Affenhuahua is 15.5 years.

    The Affenhuahua lives longer than the German Shorthaired Pointer.

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Affenhuahua

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

    Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Affenhuahuas?

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Affenhuahua?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Affenhuahua?

    German Shorthaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Affenhuahuas?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Affenhuahua?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Affenhuahua

    German Shorthaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Affenhuahuas?

    German Shorthaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Affenhuahua?

    German Shorthaired Pointers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do German Shorthaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Affenhuahuas?

    German Shorthaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Affenhuahuas are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Shorthaired Pointers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Affenhuahua

    German Shorthaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Shorthaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.

    Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Affenhuahua?

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Affenhuahua?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

    German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    You may also be interested in how the German Shorthaired Pointer compares to other breeds aside from the Affenhuahua. So, see below the links to the comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer to other breeds:

    German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pyrenean Mastiff     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Siberian Husky     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Boston Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Weimaraner     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Norwich Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Chi-Poo     German Shorthaired Pointer versus American Hairless Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Brussels Griffon     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Labradoodle     German Shorthaired Pointer versus West Highland White Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Kishu Ken     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Morkie     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Spinone Italiano     

    Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Affenhuahua. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Affenhuahua better suits you and your family.