While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Afghan Hounds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Bostinese is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy

Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

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

Bostineses aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Cream
Blue
Silver
White

Black
White
Brown
Brindle

Afghan Hounds are known for their coat length.

Bostineses have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Bostinese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Bostineses 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

Stenotic Nares
Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma

Deafness
Hydrocephalus
Eye Problems

Eye
Hip X-Rays
Heart

Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmic
Oral

Afghan Hounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bostineses have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

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

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

Afghan Hounds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bostineses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Afghan Hounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

Walking, Running

Playing Ball

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 Bostinese, it's at least 6 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 Bostineses usually need at least 60 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 Bostinese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
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 11-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Bostinese 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 a Bostinese is somewhere $1.10 - $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 a Bostinese 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.

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

Bostinese has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

Afghan Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bostineses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Bostineses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Bostineses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

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

Bostineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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