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14 Amazing Facts About Affenpinschers You Probably Never Knew

The Affenpinscher is a dwarf member of the Pinscher group with coarse fur on the body and long shaggy vegetation on the muzzle. Here are a few amazing facts about this little guy:

  1. 1 The Affenpinscher means “monkey-like dog” in German (where “affen” = monkey, “pinscher” = terrier).

    Judy Powell

  2. 2 It was so named because of its monkey-like facial appearance, particularly, its huge, black eyes and a protruding lower jaw and lip.

    Judy Powell

  3. 3 It is also called by these names: Affie, Affen, and the African Terrier.

    Judy Powell

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