Afghan Hound vs Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better Da Kochyano Spay or Barbone?

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Name	Afghan Hound	Poodle
Origins	Afghanistan	Germany France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Da Kochyano Spay Eastern Greyhound Persian Greyhound Ogar Afgan Sage Balochi Tazhi Spay Tazi Baluchi Hound	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Afghan Hound vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Afghan Hound or Poodle? Is the Afghan Hound bigger than the Poodle breed? Is an Afghan Hound smaller than a Poodle?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Afghan Hound or Poodle? Afghan Hound vs Poodle weight comparison:	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg) Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57 pounds (28 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Afghan Hound or Poodle? Is an Afghan Hound taller than a Poodle?	27-29 inches (69-74 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	28 inches (71.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Afghan Hound or Poodle? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Afghan Hound and Poodle?	$2000-$2500	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Afghan Hound or Poodle?	Very frequent: The Afghan Hound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Afghan Hound or Poodle smarter? Which is best? Afghan Hound vs Poodle intelligence:	Low: The Afghan Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Afghan Hound vs Poodle trainability comparison. What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	Afghan Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Afghan Hound or Poodle?	Afghan Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Afghan Hound or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Afghan Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Afghan Hound vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Afghan Hound or Poodle? Afghan Hound vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Dignified Independent Clownish Happy	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	Sensitive: Afghan Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	Average: Afghan Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Afghan Hound vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Afghan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	Afghan Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Poodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Afghan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Afghan Hound vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Afghan Hound or Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Afghan Hound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Afghan Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Afghan Hound or Poodle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Afghan Hound or Poodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Afghan Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an Afghan Hound more dangerous than a Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Afghan Hound vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Afghan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Afghan Hound vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	The Afghan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Afghan Hound vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Afghan Hound vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	Average The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Afghan Hound vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Afghan Hound and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Afghan Hound and Poodle?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Afghan Hound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	Prefers cold weather The Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Afghan Hound or Poodle? Afghan Hound vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Afghan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Afghan Hound vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Afghan Hound or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Afghan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Afghan Hound or Poodle?	Afghan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Afghan Hound or Poodle? Does the Afghan Hound breed eat more than the Poodle breed?	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Afghan Hound vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Afghan Hound has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Afghan Hound vs Poodle coat comparison:	Fine	Curly
Colors What are the original Afghan Hound and Poodle color? Afghan Hound vs Poodle color comparison:	Black Tan Red Blue Cream White Silver	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Afghan Hound or Poodle? Afghan Hound vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Afghan Hound or Poodle? Do Afghan Hound dogs shed more than Poodle dogs?	Afghan Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Afghan Hound or Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Afghan Hound vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Afghan Hound or Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	The Afghan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Afghan Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Afghan Hound or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Afghan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Afghan Hound or Poodle?	Afghan Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Afghan Hound or Poodle?	Afghan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Afghan Hound or Poodle? Can an Afghan Hound and a Poodle be friends? Do Afghan Hound dogs get along with Poodle dogs?	Afghan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	Yes Afghan Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Afghan Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Afghan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Afghan Hound vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Afghan Hound or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Afghan Hound vs Poodle?	Not really Afghan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Afghan Hound vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Afghan Hound and Poodle have? Afghan Hound vs Poodle litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Afghan Hound vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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