Last Updated: Apr 30, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Collie Versus Affenhuahua: Introduction
- Collie versus Affenhuahua: Overview
- Collie versus Affenhuahua: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Affenhuahua
- The Similarities Between the Collie and the Affenhuahua
- Size Comparison of the Collie versus Affenhuahua
- Lifespan of Collie versus Affenhuahua
- Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Affenhuahua
- Do Collies shed more than Affenhuahuas?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Affenhuahua?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Affenhuahua?
- Are Collies good family dogs? What about Affenhuahuas?
- Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Affenhuahua?
- Which one drools more, the Collie or the Affenhuahua
- How Kid-friendly are Collies and Affenhuahuas?
- Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Affenhuahua?
- Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Affenhuahuas?
- Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Affenhuahua
- Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Collie versus Affenhuahua. Which One is a Better Pet?
Collie Versus Affenhuahua: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Collie 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 Collie 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 Collie and the Affenhuahua.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Collie 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 Collie 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 Collie 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 Collie or the Affenhuahua.
Note that the Collie breed comes in two varieties based on coat texture. There is the smooth collie and the rough collie. Read our article on rough collie versus smooth collie.
Furthermore, the border collie dog breed is very different from the collie dog breed. Learn about the differences between these two dog breeds in our border collie versus collie article.
See this article that compares the Border Collie to the Affenhuahua.
Finally, just like the collie, the border collie also comes in two varieties. There is the rough border collie and the smooth border collie. To learn about the differences and similarities between them, check out our article on rough-coat border collie versus smooth-coat border collie.
Collie versus Affenhuahua: Overview
A very important difference between the Collie and the Affenhuahua is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the Affenhuahua belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Collie versus Affenhuahua: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Collie 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 Collie and the Affenhuahua
| Factor | Collie | Affenhuahua |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 13 to 18 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder | 6 to 12 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 70 pounds | 4 to 12 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 15.5 years |
| Average Price | $1480 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Collie 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 Collie is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Affenhuahua is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Collie is a better pet than the Affenhuahua. So, you should get a Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Affenhuahua
Below is a list of where the Collie and the Affenhuahua are most different:
The Similarities Between the Collie and the Affenhuahua
The Collie and the Affenhuahua are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Collie and the Affenhuahua are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Collie versus Affenhuahua
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Collie and the Affenhuahua.
The Collie weighs 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Collie is 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder 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.
Lifespan of Collie versus Affenhuahua
The lifespan of the Collie is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Collie is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of the Affenhuahua is between 13 to 18 years. The average lifespan of the Affenhuahua is 15.5 years.
The Affenhuahua live longer than the Collie.
Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Affenhuahua
Collies do not like to be left alone.
Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.
Do Collies shed more than Affenhuahuas?
Collies shed. They are not recommended 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 Collie or the Affenhuahua?
Collies require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Affenhuahua?
Collies get along very well with other dogs.
Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Collies good family dogs? What about Affenhuahuas?
Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Affenhuahua?
Collies are very easy to train.
Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Collie or the Affenhuahua
Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Collies and Affenhuahuas?
Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Affenhuahua?
Collies 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 Collies Bark and Howl? What about Affenhuahuas?
Collies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Affenhuahuas are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather?
Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Affenhuahua
Collies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather?
Collies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Affenhuahua?
Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Collie or the Affenhuahua?
Collies are very good for new dog owners.
Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.
Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Affenhuahua. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Collie to other breeds:
Collie versus Miniature Schnauzer Collie versus Lhasapoo Collie versus Afador Collie versus Irish Water Spaniel Collie versus Dogo Argentino Collie versus Gordon Setter Collie versus Goldendoodle Collie versus Silky Terrier Collie versus Puli Collie versus Papipoo Collie versus Manchester Terrier Collie versus English Cocker Spaniel Collie versus Bulldog Collie versus German Longhaired Pointer Collie versus Newfoundland Collie versus Australian Terrier Collie versus American Pit Bull Terrier
Conclusion: Collie 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 Collie and the Affenhuahua better suits you and your family.
