Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Bakarwal or De Kochyano Spai?

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Name	Bakharwal Dog	Afghan Shepherd
Origins	India	Afghanistan
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bakharwal Dog and Afghan Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bakarwal Bakarwal Mastiff Gujjar Dog Gujjar Wathdog Kashmir Mastiff Kashmir Sheepdog Kashmiri Bakarwal Dog Bakerwali Shepherd Dog	De Kochyano Spai Jangi Spai Sage Jangi Sage Kuchi Kuchi Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bakharwal Dog and an Afghan Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bakharwal Dog and an Afghan Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	80-130 pounds (36-59 kg)	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	105 pounds (47.5 kg)	Male: 132 lbs (60 kg), Female: 102 lbs (46 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bakharwal Dog or Afghan Shepherd? Is a Bakharwal Dog taller than an Afghan Shepherd?	24-29.5 inches (60-75 cm)	Male: 28-35 inches (71-89 cm), Female: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	27 inches (69 cm)	Male: 31,5 inches (80 cm), Female: 29,5 inches (75 cm)

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bakharwal Dog and an Afghan Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1200	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Bakharwal Dog or Afghan Shepherd?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Afghan Shepherd is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bakharwal Dog and an Afghan Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Protective Affectionate Loyal Aggressive	Aloof Dignified Independent Clownish Happy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd?	Bakharwal Dog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Afghan Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd?	Average to High: Bakharwal Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Afghan Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd social needs comparison:	Bakharwal Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd?	Bakharwal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Bakharwal Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Bakharwal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Afghan Shepherd barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Bakharwal Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Afghan Shepherd is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bakharwal Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Afghan Shepherd breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Bakharwal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Afghan Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bakharwal Dog or Afghan Shepherd?	Bakharwal Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Bakharwal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Afghan Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Bakharwal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bakharwal Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Afghan Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bakharwal Dog: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Afghan Shepherd: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Bakharwal Dog and an Afghan Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	Bakharwal Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Afghan Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd?	Rare The Bakharwal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Afghan Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Cryptorchidism Obesity	Cataracts Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Glaucoma Corneal Dystrophy Pannus Demodicosis Muscular Dystrophy

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Bakharwal Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Afghan Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bakharwal Dog and Afghan Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Piebald	Any color, dark spots
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Bakharwal Dog requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Afghan Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bakharwal Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Afghan Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Bakharwal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Afghan Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bakharwal Dog and an Afghan Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Dense Straight Double	Dense Thick
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bakharwal Dog or Afghan Shepherd? Do Bakharwal Dog dogs shed more than Afghan Shepherd dogs?	Bakharwal Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bakharwal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Afghan Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bakharwal Dog or an Afghan Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Bakharwal Dog and Afghan Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bakharwal Dog and Afghan Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	1-3 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bakharwal Dog and Afghan Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bakharwal Dog and Afghan Shepherd. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Bakharwal Dog vs Afghan Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bakharwal Dog and Afghan Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bakharwal Dog and Afghan Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bakharwal Dog and Afghan Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	Unknown

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