Unfortunately, the Boston Huahua is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Afghan Hounds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy

Boston Huahuas are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Afghan Hounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Boston Huahuas are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Afghan Hounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Chihuahua, Boston Terrier

saluki (persian greyhound)

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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

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ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Black

Black
Red
Cream
Blue
Silver
White

Boston Huahuas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Afghan Hounds are known for their coat length.

A Boston Huahua can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Afghan Hound can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Boston Huahuas typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Afghan Hound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Heart Problems such as Pulmonic Stenosis

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Thyroid
Corneal Opacities

Allergies

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Angiocardiography or Radiography Imagery

Eye
Hip X-Rays
Heart

Boston Huahuas are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Afghan Hounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Boston Huahua has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Afghan Hound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Boston Huahuas need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Afghan Hounds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Boston Huahuas have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Afghan Hounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boston Huahuas bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Afghan Hounds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Tug-of-war, Walk, Walking, Playing, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Cuddling, Eating, Walks, Playing in yard, Napping, Hikes, Playing catch, Socializing, Photography, Car rides, Snuggling, Run, Playdate, Window watching, Sun bathing, Fetch

Walking, Running

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Huahua, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Afghan Hound, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Huahuas usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Afghan Hounds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Boston Huahua is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Afghan Hounds have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Boston Huahua should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Afghan Hound should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-25 pound (4 - 11 kg) Boston Huahua feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 44-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Afghan Hound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Boston Huahua is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Afghan Hound is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Huahua is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Afghan Hound is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Boston Huahua has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Afghan Hound is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Boston Huahuas have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Afghan Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Boston Huahuas are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Afghan Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Boston Huahuas are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Afghan Hounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Boston Huahuas are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Afghan Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.