Comparison: Affenpinscher and Belgian Griffon

Affenpinscher and Belgian Griffon are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

	Affenpinscher	Belgian Griffon
FCI group	2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs	9. Companion and Toy Dogs
Country of origin	Germany	Belgium
Category	Very small (toy)	–
Height at withers	24–28 cm	–
Weight	3–6 kg	3.5–6 kg
Life span	12–14 years	–
Recognition features	Harsh shaggy black coat and a monkey-like expression Round head with a beard and prominent dark eyes Up to 30 cm tall	Harsh, slightly wavy, trimmed coat with beard and moustache Black or black-and-tan colouring (the Brussels Griffon is red) Almost human facial expression
Coat	Rough, shaggy coat.	Harsh, naturally stiff, slightly wavy (not curly) coat with undercoat, trimmed; thick beard and moustache around the muzzle and eyebrows above the eyes. Black or black and tan (tan on the legs, chest, cheeks, above the eyes, inside the ears and under the tail); an admixture of red-brown is allowed, though pure black and black and tan are preferred.
Purpose	A German toy pinscher used for ratting in stables and homes; later a lady's companion.	A small guardian and companion dog, originally bred to guard carriages and keep stables free of rodents.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.