Afghan Hound has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Australian Terrier has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy

Alert
Courageous
Loyal
Intelligent
Companionable
Outright
Tempered
Spirited

Afghan Hounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Avoid Afghan Hounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Australian Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

saluki (persian greyhound)

Terriers, Tasmanian Dog

ancient times

1800s

Sporting (AKC:1926)
Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1960 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Cream
Blue
Silver
White

Red
Blue
Cream

Afghan Hounds are known for their coat length.

Australian Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

An Afghan Hound can have a litter of 12-14 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 Australian Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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 Afghan Hound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Australian Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Thyroid
Corneal Opacities

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma

None

Eye
Hip X-Rays
Heart

Blood Test
X-Rays

Afghan Hound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Australian Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Afghan Hounds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Afghan Hound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Australian Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walking, Running

Chasing, Walks, Lounging

Afghan Hounds 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.

Australian Terriers 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 Afghan Hound, it's at least 8 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 Australian Terrier, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Afghan Hounds usually need at least 45 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 Australian Terriers 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.

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

The Australian Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Afghan Hound should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Australian Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 44-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Afghan Hound 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.

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Australian Terrier 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.

The average cost of an Afghan Hound is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of an Australian Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Afghan Hound is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Australian Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Afghan Hound is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Australian Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

Australian Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Afghan Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Australian Terriers are not cat friendly.

Afghan Hounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Australian Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Afghan Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Australian Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Afghan Hounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Afghan Hounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Australian Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.