Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal

Independent
Kind
Loyal
Intelligent
Loving
Sweet
Tempered

Chin-Fenpinschers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

United States

Affenpinscher and Japanese Chin

English Foxhound

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
White
Sable
Silver

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Blue
White
Pied

A Chin-Fenpinscher can have a litter of 1-3 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.

An American Foxhound can have a litter of 10-12 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.

While the Chin-Fenpinscher breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The American Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy

Ear Infections
Thrombocytopathy

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

X-Rays
Ear Examination
Blood Analysis
Complete Physical Examination

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

American Foxhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chin-Fenpinschers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

American Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chin-Fenpinschers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

American Foxhounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chin-Fenpinscher, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American Foxhound, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chin-Fenpinschers usually need at least 20 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most American Foxhounds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Chin-Fenpinschers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The American Foxhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chin-Fenpinscher feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-65 pound (18 - 29 kg) American Foxhound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chin-Fenpinscher is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an American Foxhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chin-Fenpinscher is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an American Foxhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chin-Fenpinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

American Foxhounds are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

Chin-Fenpinschers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The American Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Chin-Fenpinschers are not the best choice for families with kids.

American Foxhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chin-Fenpinschers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

American Foxhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Chin-Fenpinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

American Foxhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

American Foxhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chin-Fenpinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Chin-Fenpinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

American Foxhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.