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 Yoranian 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
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Loyal
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

Yoranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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Black

Black

White
Cream

Cream
White

Afghan Chons have medium-length coats.

Yoranians have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Curly

Wiry

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 Yoranian 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 Chon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Yoranians 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

Hypoglycemia
Tracheal Collapse
Pateller Luxation

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

X-Rays
Blood Tests
Wellness Check
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams

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

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

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

Yoranians 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.

Yoranians 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 Yoranian, it's at least 7 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 Yoranians 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.

Yoranians 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
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 3-7 pound (1 - 3 kg) Yoranian 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 Yoranian is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Yoranian 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 Chons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Yoranians are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Yoranians 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.

Yoranians 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.

Yoranians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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