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

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

Active
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Lively
Watchful

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

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

Coton de Tulears are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Coton de Tulears are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Afghanistan

Madagascar

Belgian Sheepdog and Afghan Hound

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

1600s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Brown

White
Gray
Red

An Afghan Sheepdog 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.

A Coton de Tulear can have a litter of 14-16 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.

Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Pannus
Muscular Dystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Complete Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel
Abdominal Ultrasound

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Afghan Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Afghan Sheepdog, it's at least 10 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 Coton de Tulear, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Afghan Sheepdogs 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 Coton de Tulears 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 Sheepdogs 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.

Coton de Tulears have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Afghan Sheepdog feed 2.8 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 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton de Tulear feed 0.7 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 Sheepdog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Coton de Tulear is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Afghan Sheepdog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Coton de Tulear 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 Sheepdogs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Coton de Tulear has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Coton de Tulears make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Coton de Tulears are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

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

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

Coton de Tulears are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.