Greyhound vs Afghan Hound Comparison – Which dog is better English Greyhound or Baluchi Hound?

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Name	Greyhound	Afghan Hound
Origins	United Kingdom	Afghanistan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Greyhound	Baluchi Hound, Tazi, Tazhi Spay, Da Kochyano Spay, Sage Balochi, Ogar Afgan, Eastern Greyhound / Persian Greyhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds 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
Price Which is cheaper, Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Greyhound and Afghan Hound?	$500-$800	$2000-$2500
Availability	Frequent	Very frequent

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound size comparison:	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound weight comparison:	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	57 pounds (28 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound height comparison:	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	27-29 inches (69-74 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	28 inches (71.5 cm)

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound coat comparison:	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Greyhound and Afghan Hound color? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound color comparison:	Gray White Blue Red Black	Tan Blue Cream Red White Silver Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound shedding:	Greyhounds shed moderately.	Afghan Hounds shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Outright Tempered Gentle Athletic Quiet	Aloof Dignified Independent Clownish Happy
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Greyhound or Afghan Hound smarter? Which is best? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound intelligence:	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Greyhound.	Low: The Afghan Hound if one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
Trainability Greyhound vs Afghan Hound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	Greyhounds are easy to train.	Afghan Hounds are quite easy to train.
Playfulness Greyhound vs Afghan Hound playfulness comparison:	Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.	Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	Greyhounds don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	Afghan Hounds don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	Greyhounds are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Afghan Hounds are average dogs regarding their affection level.
Social Needs Greyhound vs Afghan Hound social needs comparison:	Greyhounds need for social interaction is average.	Afghan Hounds need for social interaction is average.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.	Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	Greyhounds are average watchdogs.	Afghan Hounds are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Greyhounds can't provide protection for their territory.	Afghan Hounds can't provide protection for their territory.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	Above 400 PSI The strongest: Dogs that have a strong bite force are usually quite powerful and large.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound mouthiness comparison:	Greyhounds have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Afghan Hounds have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	Greyhounds have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.	Afghan Hounds have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Greyhound vs Afghan Hound? Which can be better for hunting?	Greyhounds have a high impulse to chase and catch something.	Afghan Hounds have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Greyhound fajta.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Afghan Hound fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Greyhounds adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Afghan Hounds adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Fighting 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.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Greyhounds are very stranger friendly dogs.	Afghan Hounds are not the most stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	Greyhounds are very kid-friendly dogs.	Afghan Hounds are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	Greyhounds are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Afghan Hounds are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	Greyhounds are very dog-friendly dogs.	Afghan Hounds are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	No Greyhounds are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Afghan Hounds are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Afghan Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Afghan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Afghan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Greyhounds usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Afghan Hounds usually don’t get on well with other pets.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Greyhound vs Afghan Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Afghan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound health problems comparison:	Allergies Alopecia Bloat Cancer Cataracts Cold Intolerance Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Musculoskeletal Injuries Osteoarthritis Osteosarcoma Pannus Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sensitivity To Anesthesia Vitreous Degeneration	Allergies Cancer Cataracts Hypothyroidism
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy Greyhound vs Afghan Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Greyhound and Afghan Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Greyhound and Afghan Hound?	10-13 years	12-14 years
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Hypoallergenic Greyhound vs Afghan Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	Yes
Energy Level Who has more energy a Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound energy level comparison:	Greyhounds have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Afghan Hounds are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greyhound vs Afghan Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greyhounds exercise need is minimal.	Afghan Hounds need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	Greyhounds like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Afghan Hounds don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Greyhound or Afghan Hound? Does the Greyhound breed eat more than the Afghan Hound breed?	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Low.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions	Prefers cold weather The Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Greyhound or Afghan Hound?	Medium The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Greyhound vs Afghan Hound?	The Greyhound is a perfect example for low drooling tendency.	The Afghan Hound is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Greyhound and Afghan Hound have? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound litter size comparison:	1-12 puppies	6-8 puppies
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