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 Pug-Coton is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy

Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Trainable
Cheerful
Vocal

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

Pug-Cotons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Coton de Tulear and Pug

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
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Cream
Blue
Silver
White

Cream
Black
Gray
White
Pied

Afghan Hounds are known for their coat length.

Pug-Cotons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Pug-Coton can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Pug-Cotons 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

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Corneal Ulcer
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma

Allergies
Dry Eye

Eye
Hip X-Rays
Heart

Full Body Physical Examination

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

Pug-Cotons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

Pug-Cotons 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.

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

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.

Pug-Cotons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Pug-Coton dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Pug-Coton, it's at least 4 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 Pug-Cotons usually need at least 30 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 Pug-Coton requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Pug-Coton 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 Pug-Coton 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 a Pug-Coton 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.

Pug-Cotons 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 somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Pug-Cotons 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.

Pug-Cotons 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.

Pug-Cotons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Pug-Cotons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.