Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

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

Havachons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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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

White
Cream
Gray
Black
Brown
Silver
Blue
Pied

Afghan Hounds are known for their coat length.

Havachons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Curly

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 Havachon can have a litter of 1-9 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.

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Thyroid
Corneal Opacities

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Bladder Stones and Infections

Eye
Hip X-Rays
Heart

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

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

Havachons' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Havachon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

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

Havachons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

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

Walking, Running

Snuggling, Walks, Doing tricks, Fooling around, Running around, Swim, Walk, Run, Sleep, Groom, Watching tv, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Hugging, Cuddling, Roadtrips, Cuddles, Chase, Hugs, Running, Naps, Napping, Playing, Taking walks, Walking, Fetch and chase

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 Havachon, it's at least 9 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 Havachons usually need at least 40 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.

Havachons 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.

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

Havachon 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
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 10-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Havachon 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 Havachon 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 Havachon 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.

Havachons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

Havachons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Havachons 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.

Havachons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Havachons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Havachons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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