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 Chow Shepherd is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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

Chow Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Chow Shepherds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Afghan Hounds are known for their coat length.

Chow Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Chow Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Afghan Hounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chow Shepherds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

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Myasthenia Gravis

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

Chow Shepherds are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Chow Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Chow Shepherds 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.

Chow Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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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.

Chow Shepherds 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 Chow Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 Chow Shepherds usually need at least 75 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.

Chow Shepherds 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.

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

The average cost of a Chow Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Chow Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Chow Shepherd 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.

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

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

Chow Shepherds 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.

Chow Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Chow Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Chow Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.