Affenpinschers - Affenpinschers are the smallest of the pinschers and schnauzers. They are a well balanced, little, wiry-haired terrier-like toy dog whose intelligence and demeanor make them a good house pet. A comical face earned them their name. In Germany the name means 'monkey-like terrier.' In France the Affenpinscher is described as the 'diablotin moustachu' or the 'moustached little devil.' Extremely intelligent and affection with people their naturally scruffy-looks makes them appealing