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 Pugalier 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

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Pugaliers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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Bichon Frise, Afghan Hound

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pug

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream

Black
Brown
Gray
White
Fawn

Afghan Chons have medium-length coats.

Pugaliers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Pugalier can have a litter of 3-5 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 Chon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Heart Conditions

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

Eye
Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

Afghan Chon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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.

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

The Pugalier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Pugalier 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 Chon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Pugalier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Afghan Chon 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 Pugalier 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Pugaliers are highly friendly around strangers.

Afghan Chons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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