Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Cheerful

Affenpoos shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Border Jacks are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Avoid Affenpoos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Border Jacks are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Poodle and Affenpinscher

Jack Russell Terrier and Border Collie

1990s

Unknown

An Affenpoo can have a litter of 2-4 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.

A Border Jack can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly

Cataracts

Cataract
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye
Hearing
Hip X-Rays
Physical Examination

Affenpoos are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Border Jacks are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Affenpoo has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Border Jack has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Affenpoos require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Border Jacks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Affenpoos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Border Jacks are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Affenpoos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Border Jack dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Affenpoos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Border Jack requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Border Jacks can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Affenpoos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Border Jacks are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Affenpoos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Border Jacks are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Affenpoos are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Border Jacks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Affenpoos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Border Jacks are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.