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Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Berger Belge or Da Kochyano Spay or De Kochyano Spai? Find the right dog for you

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Name Belgian Sheepdog Afghan Hound Afghan Shepherd
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium Afghanistan flagAfghanistan Afghanistan flagAfghanistan
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chien De Berger Belge
Groenendael
Da Kochyano Spay
Eastern Greyhound
Persian Greyhound
Ogar Afgan
Sage Balochi
Tazhi Spay
Tazi
Baluchi Hound
De Kochyano Spai
Jangi Spai
Sage Jangi
Sage Kuchi
Kuchi Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Hound? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 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?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 57 pounds (28 kg) Male: 132 lbs (60 kg), Female: 102 lbs (46 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) 27-29 inches (69-74 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?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 28 inches (71.5 cm) Male: 31,5 inches (80 cm), Female: 29,5 inches (75 cm)

Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $2000-$2500 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Afghan Hound is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd intelligence:
Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Low: The Afghan Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Low: The Afghan Shepherd is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd trainability comparison.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Afghan Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Afghan Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Afghan Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Afghan Shepherd dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Afghan Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Afghan Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Hard
Working
Watchful
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Afghan Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Afghan Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd?
Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Afghan Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Afghan Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd social needs comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Afghan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Afghan Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Afghan Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Afghan Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Afghan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Afghan Shepherd dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd playfulness comparison:
The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Afghan Shepherd is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd?
A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Afghan Shepherd barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Afghan Hound breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Afghan Shepherd breed.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Afghan Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Afghan Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
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.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Afghan Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Afghan Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Afghan Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Afghan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Afghan Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd?
The Belgian Sheepdog 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.
The Afghan Shepherd 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: Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
Cataracts
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Glaucoma
Corneal Dystrophy
Pannus
Demodicosis
Muscular Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Average
The Afghan Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Sheepdog, Afghan Hound and Afghan Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Afghan Hound: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Afghan Shepherd: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Belgian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 2 to 2.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Afghan Hound has good luck with genetics.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Afghan Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd coat comparison:
Soft
Thick
Fine Dense
Thick
Colors
What are the original Belgian Sheepdog, Afghan Hound and Afghan Shepherd color?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Any color, dark spots
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd? Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd grooming comparison:
Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Afghan Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd? Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Afghan Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Afghan Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd?

Medium

The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Afghan Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Afghan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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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.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Afghan Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Afghan Shepherd dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Afghan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Afghan Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Afghan Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Afghan Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Afghan Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd?
Yes
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Afghan Hound 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
Belgian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Afghan Hound 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?
Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Afghan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Afghan Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Belgian Sheepdog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd?

Not really

Belgian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Afghan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Afghan Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Belgian Sheepdog and Afghan Hound and Afghan Shepherd have?
6-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-8 puppies

Belgian Sheepdog vs Afghan Hound vs Afghan Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
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
Unknown

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