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

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

Playful
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful

Affectionate
Friendly
Lively
Playful
Cheerful
Intelligent
Going

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

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

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Bichon Frise, Afghan Hound

keeshond, schipperke, pomeranian, samoyed, chow chow, norwegian elkhound, spitz

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1100s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream

Fawn
Blue
Red
Black
White
Sable

Curly

Straight

An Afghan Chon can have a litter of 6-8 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.

Hip Dysplasia

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy

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Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

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Hip
Blood
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CT Scan
Physical Examination

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgis sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Afghan Chons 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.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Afghan Chon, 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Afghan Chons 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.

In general most Pembroke Welsh Corgis 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.

Afghan Chons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-75 pound (5 - 34 kg) Afghan Chon 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 22-31 pound (10 - 14 kg) Pembroke Welsh Corgi feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

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

Afghan Chons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.