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Compare Australian Terrier with Basenji Dog Breed


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Australian Terrier

Basenji Dog Breed

Loyalty Level High High
Need for Human Attention Yes Yes
Temperament with Children No Yes
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision Yes
Temperament with Children No Yes
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Dog friendly Dog friendly
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Terrier
Country of Origin Central Africa Australia
Official Name Basenji Australian Terrier
Primary Use (Historical) Hunting dog Rat hunting
Other Names (Nickname) Barkless dog Aussie Terrier
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Black, chestnut, black and white Blue and Tan, Sandy Red
Height (Male) 38-43 cm 23-28 cm
Weight (Male) 9-11 kg 6-8 kg
Height (Female) 38-43 cm 23-28 cm
Coat Type Short Medium/Wire
Lifespan >12 years >12 years
Weight (Female) 9-11 kg 6-8 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 38-43 cm 23-28 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Pricked Pricked
Tail Type Curled over the back High
Yard Requirement Low Low
Apartment Suitability Yes Yes
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No Yes
Cold Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No Yes
Nipping Tendency Low Medium
Global Intelligence Rank High High
Trainability Low High
Daily Exercise Needs Up to 1 hour per day Up to 1 hour per day
Barking Tendency Low High
Energy Level High High
Food Cost Medium Low
Common Genetic Diseases Fanconi syndrome, hip dysplasia Hip Dysplasia, Luxating Patella
Global Price Range (Puppy) Medium Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Once a week > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Weekly
Shedding Level Yes Yes (Low)
Bathing Needs Low Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - High

Compare Australian Shepherd with Basenji Dog Breed


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Australian Shepherd

Basenji Dog Breed

Loyalty Level High High
Need for Human Attention Yes Yes
Temperament with Children No Yes
Temperament with Strangers With supervision Yes
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision Yes
Temperament with Children No Yes
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Dog friendly Working dog/Active companion
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Pastoral
Country of Origin Central Africa United States (with Spanish/Australian roots)
Official Name Basenji No
Primary Use (Historical) Hunting dog Herding dog
Other Names (Nickname) Barkless dog Aussie
Eye Color Dark Variety (including blue)
Standard Coloration Black, chestnut, black and white Blue Merle, Red Merle, Black, Red
Height (Male) 38-43 cm 46-58 cm
Weight (Male) 9-11 kg 16-32 kg
Height (Female) 38-43 cm 46-58 cm
Coat Type Short Medium/Double-coated
Lifespan >12 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 9-11 kg 16-32 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 38-43 cm 46-58 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Pricked Dropped
Tail Type Curled over the back Naturally short or docked
Yard Requirement Low High
Apartment Suitability Yes No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Medium
Global Intelligence Rank High Very high
Trainability Low High
Daily Exercise Needs Up to 1 hour per day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low Medium
Energy Level High Very high
Food Cost Medium Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Fanconi syndrome, hip dysplasia Hip dysplasia, eye conditions
Global Price Range (Puppy) Medium Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Once a week > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Weekly
Shedding Level Yes Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs Low Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low

Compare Australian Cattle Dog with Basenji Dog Breed


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Australian Cattle Dog

Basenji Dog Breed

Loyalty Level High High
Need for Human Attention Yes Yes
Temperament with Children No With supervision
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Children No With supervision
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Dog friendly Working dog/Active companion
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Pastoral
Country of Origin Central Africa Australia
Official Name Basenji Australian Cattle Dog
Primary Use (Historical) Hunting dog Herding dog
Other Names (Nickname) Barkless dog Heeler, Blue Heeler
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Black, chestnut, black and white Blue, red (mottled)
Height (Male) 38-43 cm 43-51 cm
Weight (Male) 9-11 kg 15-22 kg
Height (Female) 38-43 cm 43-51 cm
Coat Type Short Short/double-layered
Lifespan >12 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 9-11 kg 15-22 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 38-43 cm 43-51 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Pricked Pricked
Tail Type Curled over the back Dropped/Low
Yard Requirement Low High
Apartment Suitability Yes No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Medium
Global Intelligence Rank High Very high
Trainability Low High
Daily Exercise Needs Up to 1 hour per day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low Medium
Energy Level High Very high
Food Cost Medium Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Fanconi syndrome, hip dysplasia Hip dysplasia, deafness
Global Price Range (Puppy) Medium Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Once a week Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Weekly
Shedding Level Yes Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs Low Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - High

Compare Anatolian Shepherd Dog with Australian Shepherd


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Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Australian Shepherd

Loyalty Level High Very loyal, but independent
Need for Human Attention Yes Medium
Temperament with Children Yes Better with older children
Temperament with Strangers Yes With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs Yes No
Temperament with Children Yes Better with older children
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Working dog/Active companion Livestock/family guardian
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Pastoral Pastoral
Country of Origin United States (with Spanish/Australian roots) Turkey
Official Name No Anatolian Shepherd
Primary Use (Historical) Herding dog Livestock guardian dog
Other Names (Nickname) Aussie Kangal
Eye Color Variety (including blue) Dark
Standard Coloration Blue Merle, Red Merle, Black, Red Fawn, buff (with black mask)
Height (Male) 46-58 cm 69-81 cm
Weight (Male) 16-32 kg 41-68 kg
Height (Female) 46-58 cm 69-81 cm
Coat Type Medium/Double-coated Short
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 16-32 kg 41-68 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 46-58 cm 69-81 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Dropped
Tail Type Naturally short or docked High (curled over back)
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Medium
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance Medium High
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Medium Low
Global Intelligence Rank Very high High
Trainability High High
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Medium High
Energy Level Very high Medium
Food Cost Medium High
Common Genetic Diseases Hip dysplasia, eye conditions Hip Dysplasia
Global Price Range (Puppy) Medium High
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost > Once a week > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Weekly
Shedding Level Yes (seasonal) Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs Medium Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - Medium

Compare Alaskan Malamute with Basenji Dog Breed


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Alaskan Malamute

Basenji Dog Breed

Loyalty Level High High
Need for Human Attention Yes Yes
Temperament with Children No Yes
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Children No Yes
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Dog friendly Sled dog, companion
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Working
Country of Origin Central Africa Alaskan
Official Name Basenji Alaskan Malamute
Primary Use (Historical) Hunting dog Sled dog, cargo
Other Names (Nickname) Barkless dog Malamute Husky
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Black, chestnut, black and white Gray, black, white, copper
Height (Male) 38-43 cm 58-64 cm
Weight (Male) 9-11 kg 32-43 kg
Height (Female) 38-43 cm 58-64 cm
Coat Type Short Medium/Double-coated
Lifespan >12 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 9-11 kg 32-43 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 38-43 cm 58-64 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Pricked Pricked
Tail Type Curled over the back Curled over the back
Yard Requirement Low High
Apartment Suitability Yes No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Low
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance Medium High
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank High Medium
Trainability Low Low
Daily Exercise Needs Up to 1 hour per day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low High (howling)
Energy Level High High
Food Cost Medium High
Common Genetic Diseases Fanconi syndrome, hip dysplasia Hip dysplasia, eye problems
Global Price Range (Puppy) Medium High
Tendency to Obesity Low Medium
Grooming Cost Once a week Daily
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Daily (more seasonally)
Shedding Level Yes Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs Low Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - High

Compare Azawakh with Basenji Dog Breed


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Azawakh

Basenji Dog Breed

Loyalty Level High Reserved, but loyal
Need for Human Attention Yes Low
Temperament with Children No Better with older children
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Children No Better with older children
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Dog friendly Hunting/Companion dog
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Hound
Country of Origin Central Africa West Africa
Official Name Basenji Azawakh
Primary Use (Historical) Hunting dog Hound (Gazelle hunter)
Other Names (Nickname) Barkless dog African Sighthound
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Black, chestnut, black and white Red, Sand, Brindle
Height (Male) 38-43 cm 58-74 cm
Weight (Male) 9-11 kg 15-25 kg
Height (Female) 38-43 cm 58-74 cm
Coat Type Short Short
Lifespan >12 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 9-11 kg 15-25 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 38-43 cm 58-74 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Pricked Dropped
Tail Type Curled over the back High
Yard Requirement Low High
Apartment Suitability Yes No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium High
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance Medium Low
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank High High
Trainability Low Medium
Daily Exercise Needs Up to 1 hour per day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low Low
Energy Level High High
Food Cost Medium Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Fanconi syndrome, hip dysplasia Sensitive to anesthesia
Global Price Range (Puppy) Medium High
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Once a week Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Weekly
Shedding Level Yes No
Bathing Needs Low Low
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low

Compare Alaskan Malamute with Anatolian Shepherd Dog


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Alaskan Malamute

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Loyalty Level High Very loyal, but independent
Need for Human Attention Yes Medium
Temperament with Children Yes Better with older children
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision No
Temperament with Children Yes Better with older children
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Sled dog, companion Livestock/family guardian
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Working Pastoral
Country of Origin Alaskan Turkey
Official Name Alaskan Malamute Anatolian Shepherd
Primary Use (Historical) Sled dog, cargo Livestock guardian dog
Other Names (Nickname) Malamute Husky Kangal
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Gray, black, white, copper Fawn, buff (with black mask)
Height (Male) 58-64 cm 69-81 cm
Weight (Male) 32-43 kg 41-68 kg
Height (Female) 58-64 cm 69-81 cm
Coat Type Medium/Double-coated Short
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 32-43 kg 41-68 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 58-64 cm 69-81 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Pricked Dropped
Tail Type Curled over the back High (curled over back)
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Medium
Hot Weather Tolerance Low Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance High High
Suitable for Novices No No
Prey Drive High Medium
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank Medium High
Trainability Low High
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency High (howling) High
Energy Level High Medium
Food Cost High High
Common Genetic Diseases Hip dysplasia, eye problems Hip Dysplasia
Global Price Range (Puppy) High High
Tendency to Obesity Medium Low
Grooming Cost Daily > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Daily (more seasonally) Weekly
Shedding Level Yes (seasonal) Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs Medium Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low

Compare Australian Silky Terrier with Basenji Dog Breed


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Australian Silky Terrier

Basenji Dog Breed

Loyalty Level High High
Need for Human Attention Yes Yes
Temperament with Children No Better with older children
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Children No Better with older children
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Dog friendly Dog friendly
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Monkey Pinscher (Toy)
Country of Origin Central Africa Australia
Official Name Basenji Australian Silky Terrier
Primary Use (Historical) Hunting dog Companion dog, mouse hunter
Other Names (Nickname) Barkless dog Silky
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Black, chestnut, black and white Blue and tan
Height (Male) 38-43 cm 23-26 cm
Weight (Male) 9-11 kg 4-5 kg
Height (Female) 38-43 cm 23-26 cm
Coat Type Short Medium/Long
Lifespan >12 years >12 years
Weight (Female) 9-11 kg 4-5 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 38-43 cm 23-26 cm
Bite Force Unknown -
Ear Type Pricked Pricked
Tail Type Curled over the back High
Yard Requirement Low Low
Apartment Suitability Yes Yes
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No Yes
Cold Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No Yes
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank High High
Trainability Low Medium
Daily Exercise Needs Up to 1 hour per day Up to 30 minutes per day
Barking Tendency Low High
Energy Level High Medium
Food Cost Medium Low
Common Genetic Diseases Fanconi syndrome, hip dysplasia Bone problems, eye infections
Global Price Range (Puppy) Medium Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Once a week Daily
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Daily
Shedding Level Yes Yes (Low)
Bathing Needs Low Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low

Compare Anatolian Shepherd Dog with Basenji Dog Breed


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Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Basenji Dog Breed

Loyalty Level High Very loyal, but independent
Need for Human Attention Yes Medium
Temperament with Children No Better with older children
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision No
Temperament with Children No Better with older children
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Dog friendly Livestock/family guardian
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Pastoral
Country of Origin Central Africa Turkey
Official Name Basenji Anatolian Shepherd
Primary Use (Historical) Hunting dog Livestock guardian dog
Other Names (Nickname) Barkless dog Kangal
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Black, chestnut, black and white Fawn, buff (with black mask)
Height (Male) 38-43 cm 69-81 cm
Weight (Male) 9-11 kg 41-68 kg
Height (Female) 38-43 cm 69-81 cm
Coat Type Short Short
Lifespan >12 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 9-11 kg 41-68 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 38-43 cm 69-81 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Pricked Dropped
Tail Type Curled over the back High (curled over back)
Yard Requirement Low High
Apartment Suitability Yes No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Medium
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance Medium High
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank High High
Trainability Low High
Daily Exercise Needs Up to 1 hour per day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low High
Energy Level High Medium
Food Cost Medium High
Common Genetic Diseases Fanconi syndrome, hip dysplasia Hip Dysplasia
Global Price Range (Puppy) Medium High
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Once a week > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Weekly
Shedding Level Yes Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs Low Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - Medium

Compare Alaskan Malamute with Australian Shepherd


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Alaskan Malamute

Australian Shepherd

Loyalty Level High High
Need for Human Attention Yes Yes
Temperament with Children Yes Yes
Temperament with Strangers Yes With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs Yes With supervision
Temperament with Children Yes Yes
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Working dog/Active companion Sled dog, companion
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Pastoral Working
Country of Origin United States (with Spanish/Australian roots) Alaskan
Official Name No Alaskan Malamute
Primary Use (Historical) Herding dog Sled dog, cargo
Other Names (Nickname) Aussie Malamute Husky
Eye Color Variety (including blue) Dark
Standard Coloration Blue Merle, Red Merle, Black, Red Gray, black, white, copper
Height (Male) 46-58 cm 58-64 cm
Weight (Male) 16-32 kg 32-43 kg
Height (Female) 46-58 cm 58-64 cm
Coat Type Medium/Double-coated Medium/Double-coated
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 16-32 kg 32-43 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 46-58 cm 58-64 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Pricked
Tail Type Naturally short or docked Curled over the back
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Low
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance Medium High
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Medium Low
Global Intelligence Rank Very high Medium
Trainability High Low
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Medium High (howling)
Energy Level Very high High
Food Cost Medium High
Common Genetic Diseases Hip dysplasia, eye conditions Hip dysplasia, eye problems
Global Price Range (Puppy) Medium High
Tendency to Obesity Low Medium
Grooming Cost > Once a week Daily
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Daily (more seasonally)
Shedding Level Yes (seasonal) Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs Medium Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - High

Compare Afghan Hound with Azawakh


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Afghan Hound

Azawakh

Loyalty Level Tall (but independent) Reserved, but loyal
Need for Human Attention Medium Low
Temperament with Children Better with older children Better with older children
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Children Better with older children Better with older children
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Show/Companion dog Hunting/Companion dog
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Hound
Country of Origin Afghanistan West Africa
Official Name Afghan Hound Azawakh
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Hound (Gazelle hunter)
Other Names (Nickname) Royal Greyhound African Sighthound
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Almost all colors Red, Sand, Brindle
Height (Male) 64-69 cm 58-74 cm
Weight (Male) 23-27 kg 15-25 kg
Height (Female) 64-69 cm 58-74 cm
Coat Type Long Short
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 23-27 kg 15-25 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 64-69 cm 58-74 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Dropped
Tail Type Curly and tall High
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium High
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance High Low
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank Medium High
Trainability Low Medium
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low Low
Energy Level High High
Food Cost High Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Dysplasia, heart problems Sensitive to anesthesia
Global Price Range (Puppy) High High
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Daily Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Daily Weekly
Shedding Level Yes No
Bathing Needs High Low
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low

Compare Afghan Hound with Alaskan Malamute


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Afghan Hound

Alaskan Malamute

Loyalty Level Tall (but independent) High
Need for Human Attention Medium Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Show/Companion dog Sled dog, companion
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Working
Country of Origin Afghanistan Alaskan
Official Name Afghan Hound Alaskan Malamute
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Sled dog, cargo
Other Names (Nickname) Royal Greyhound Malamute Husky
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Almost all colors Gray, black, white, copper
Height (Male) 64-69 cm 58-64 cm
Weight (Male) 23-27 kg 32-43 kg
Height (Female) 64-69 cm 58-64 cm
Coat Type Long Medium/Double-coated
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 23-27 kg 32-43 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 64-69 cm 58-64 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Pricked
Tail Type Curly and tall Curled over the back
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Low
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance High High
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank Medium Medium
Trainability Low Low
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low High (howling)
Energy Level High High
Food Cost High High
Common Genetic Diseases Dysplasia, heart problems Hip dysplasia, eye problems
Global Price Range (Puppy) High High
Tendency to Obesity Low Medium
Grooming Cost Daily Daily
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Daily Daily (more seasonally)
Shedding Level Yes Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs High Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - High

Compare Afghan Hound with Anatolian Shepherd Dog


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Afghan Hound

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Loyalty Level Tall (but independent) Very loyal, but independent
Need for Human Attention Medium Medium
Temperament with Children Better with older children Better with older children
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision No
Temperament with Children Better with older children Better with older children
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Show/Companion dog Livestock/family guardian
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Pastoral
Country of Origin Afghanistan Turkey
Official Name Afghan Hound Anatolian Shepherd
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Livestock guardian dog
Other Names (Nickname) Royal Greyhound Kangal
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Almost all colors Fawn, buff (with black mask)
Height (Male) 64-69 cm 69-81 cm
Weight (Male) 23-27 kg 41-68 kg
Height (Female) 64-69 cm 69-81 cm
Coat Type Long Short
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 23-27 kg 41-68 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 64-69 cm 69-81 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Dropped
Tail Type Curly and tall High (curled over back)
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Medium
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance High High
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank Medium High
Trainability Low High
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low High
Energy Level High Medium
Food Cost High High
Common Genetic Diseases Dysplasia, heart problems Hip Dysplasia
Global Price Range (Puppy) High High
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Daily > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Daily Weekly
Shedding Level Yes Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs High Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - Medium

Compare Afghan Hound with Australian Terrier


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Afghan Hound

Australian Terrier

Loyalty Level Tall (but independent) High
Need for Human Attention Medium Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Show/Companion dog Dog friendly
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Terrier
Country of Origin Afghanistan Australia
Official Name Afghan Hound Australian Terrier
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Rat hunting
Other Names (Nickname) Royal Greyhound Aussie Terrier
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Almost all colors Blue and Tan, Sandy Red
Height (Male) 64-69 cm 23-28 cm
Weight (Male) 23-27 kg 6-8 kg
Height (Female) 64-69 cm 23-28 cm
Coat Type Long Medium/Wire
Lifespan > 10 years >12 years
Weight (Female) 23-27 kg 6-8 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 64-69 cm 23-28 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Pricked
Tail Type Curly and tall High
Yard Requirement High Low
Apartment Suitability No Yes
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No Yes
Cold Weather Tolerance High Medium
Suitable for Novices No Yes
Nipping Tendency Low Medium
Global Intelligence Rank Medium High
Trainability Low High
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day Up to 1 hour per day
Barking Tendency Low High
Energy Level High High
Food Cost High Low
Common Genetic Diseases Dysplasia, heart problems Hip Dysplasia, Luxating Patella
Global Price Range (Puppy) High Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Daily > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Daily Weekly
Shedding Level Yes Yes (Low)
Bathing Needs High Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - High

Compare Afghan Hound with Australian Shepherd


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Afghan Hound

Australian Shepherd

Loyalty Level Tall (but independent) High
Need for Human Attention Medium Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Strangers With supervision Yes
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Show/Companion dog Working dog/Active companion
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Pastoral
Country of Origin Afghanistan United States (with Spanish/Australian roots)
Official Name Afghan Hound No
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Herding dog
Other Names (Nickname) Royal Greyhound Aussie
Eye Color Dark Variety (including blue)
Standard Coloration Almost all colors Blue Merle, Red Merle, Black, Red
Height (Male) 64-69 cm 46-58 cm
Weight (Male) 23-27 kg 16-32 kg
Height (Female) 64-69 cm 46-58 cm
Coat Type Long Medium/Double-coated
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 23-27 kg 16-32 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 64-69 cm 46-58 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Dropped
Tail Type Curly and tall Naturally short or docked
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance High Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Medium
Global Intelligence Rank Medium Very high
Trainability Low High
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low Medium
Energy Level High Very high
Food Cost High Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Dysplasia, heart problems Hip dysplasia, eye conditions
Global Price Range (Puppy) High Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Daily > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Daily Weekly
Shedding Level Yes Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs High Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low

Compare Afghan Hound with Australian Cattle Dog


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Afghan Hound

Australian Cattle Dog

Loyalty Level Tall (but independent) High
Need for Human Attention Medium Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children With supervision
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Children Better with older children With supervision
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Show/Companion dog Working dog/Active companion
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Pastoral
Country of Origin Afghanistan Australia
Official Name Afghan Hound Australian Cattle Dog
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Herding dog
Other Names (Nickname) Royal Greyhound Heeler, Blue Heeler
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Almost all colors Blue, red (mottled)
Height (Male) 64-69 cm 43-51 cm
Weight (Male) 23-27 kg 15-22 kg
Height (Female) 64-69 cm 43-51 cm
Coat Type Long Short/double-layered
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 23-27 kg 15-22 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 64-69 cm 43-51 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Pricked
Tail Type Curly and tall Dropped/Low
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance High Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Medium
Global Intelligence Rank Medium Very high
Trainability Low High
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low Medium
Energy Level High Very high
Food Cost High Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Dysplasia, heart problems Hip dysplasia, deafness
Global Price Range (Puppy) High Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Daily Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Daily Weekly
Shedding Level Yes Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs High Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - High

Compare Afghan Hound with Australian Silky Terrier


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Afghan Hound

Australian Silky Terrier

Loyalty Level Tall (but independent) High
Need for Human Attention Medium Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Better with older children
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Children Better with older children Better with older children
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Show/Companion dog Dog friendly
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Monkey Pinscher (Toy)
Country of Origin Afghanistan Australia
Official Name Afghan Hound Australian Silky Terrier
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Companion dog, mouse hunter
Other Names (Nickname) Royal Greyhound Silky
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Almost all colors Blue and tan
Height (Male) 64-69 cm 23-26 cm
Weight (Male) 23-27 kg 4-5 kg
Height (Female) 64-69 cm 23-26 cm
Coat Type Long Medium/Long
Lifespan > 10 years >12 years
Weight (Female) 23-27 kg 4-5 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 64-69 cm 23-26 cm
Bite Force Unknown -
Ear Type Dropped Pricked
Tail Type Curly and tall High
Yard Requirement High Low
Apartment Suitability No Yes
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No Yes
Cold Weather Tolerance High Medium
Suitable for Novices No Yes
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank Medium High
Trainability Low Medium
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day Up to 30 minutes per day
Barking Tendency Low High
Energy Level High Medium
Food Cost High Low
Common Genetic Diseases Dysplasia, heart problems Bone problems, eye infections
Global Price Range (Puppy) High Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Daily Daily
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Daily Daily
Shedding Level Yes Yes (Low)
Bathing Needs High Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low

Compare Afghan Hound with Barbet


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Afghan Hound

Barbet

Loyalty Level Tall (but independent) High
Need for Human Attention Medium Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Strangers With supervision Yes
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High Medium
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Show/Companion dog Water Dog/Retriever
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Gundog
Country of Origin Afghanistan French
Official Name Afghan Hound Barbet
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Water Dog
Other Names (Nickname) Royal Greyhound French Water Dog
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Almost all colors Black, Brown, Gray, Fawn, White
Height (Male) 64-69 cm 51-66 cm
Weight (Male) 23-27 kg 16-29 kg
Height (Female) 64-69 cm 51-66 cm
Coat Type Long Medium, curly
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 23-27 kg 16-29 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 64-69 cm 51-66 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Dropped
Tail Type Curly and tall High
Yard Requirement High Low
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance High Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Low
Global Intelligence Rank Medium High
Trainability Low Medium
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day Up to 1 hour per day
Barking Tendency Low Medium
Energy Level High Medium
Food Cost High Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Dysplasia, heart problems Hip dysplasia, epilepsy
Global Price Range (Puppy) High Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Daily > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Daily Daily
Shedding Level Yes No
Bathing Needs High Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low High

Compare Australian Cattle Dog with Azawakh


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Australian Cattle Dog

Azawakh

Loyalty Level Reserved, but loyal High
Need for Human Attention Low Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children With supervision
Temperament with Strangers With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision With supervision
Temperament with Children Better with older children With supervision
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Hunting/Companion dog Working dog/Active companion
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Pastoral
Country of Origin West Africa Australia
Official Name Azawakh Australian Cattle Dog
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Herding dog
Other Names (Nickname) African Sighthound Heeler, Blue Heeler
Eye Color Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Red, Sand, Brindle Blue, red (mottled)
Height (Male) 58-74 cm 43-51 cm
Weight (Male) 15-25 kg 15-22 kg
Height (Female) 58-74 cm 43-51 cm
Coat Type Short Short/double-layered
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 15-25 kg 15-22 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 58-74 cm 43-51 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Pricked
Tail Type High Dropped/Low
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance High Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance Low Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Medium
Global Intelligence Rank High Very high
Trainability Medium High
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low Medium
Energy Level High Very high
Food Cost Medium Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Sensitive to anesthesia Hip dysplasia, deafness
Global Price Range (Puppy) High Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Once a week Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Weekly
Shedding Level No Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs Low Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low
Prey Drive - High

Compare Australian Shepherd with Azawakh


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Australian Shepherd

Azawakh

Loyalty Level Reserved, but loyal High
Need for Human Attention Low Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Strangers With supervision Yes
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals High High
Temperament with Other Dogs With supervision Yes
Temperament with Children Better with older children Yes
Temperament with Family Yes Yes
Current Use Hunting/Companion dog Working dog/Active companion
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Hound Pastoral
Country of Origin West Africa United States (with Spanish/Australian roots)
Official Name Azawakh No
Primary Use (Historical) Hound (Gazelle hunter) Herding dog
Other Names (Nickname) African Sighthound Aussie
Eye Color Dark Variety (including blue)
Standard Coloration Red, Sand, Brindle Blue Merle, Red Merle, Black, Red
Height (Male) 58-74 cm 46-58 cm
Weight (Male) 15-25 kg 16-32 kg
Height (Female) 58-74 cm 46-58 cm
Coat Type Short Medium/Double-coated
Lifespan > 10 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 15-25 kg 16-32 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 58-74 cm 46-58 cm
Bite Force Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Dropped Dropped
Tail Type High Naturally short or docked
Yard Requirement High High
Apartment Suitability No No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance High Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Cold Weather Tolerance Low Medium
Suitable for Novices No No
Nipping Tendency Low Medium
Global Intelligence Rank High Very high
Trainability Medium High
Daily Exercise Needs > 2 hours a day > 2 hours a day
Barking Tendency Low Medium
Energy Level High Very high
Food Cost Medium Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Sensitive to anesthesia Hip dysplasia, eye conditions
Global Price Range (Puppy) High Medium
Tendency to Obesity Low Low
Grooming Cost Once a week > Once a week
Hypoallergenic No No
Brushing Needs Weekly Weekly
Shedding Level No Yes (seasonal)
Bathing Needs Low Medium
Body Odor Low Low
Drooling Low Low