Unfortunately, the Golden Border Retriever 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 Chons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Tenacious
Trustworthy

Playful
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful

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Border Collie, Golden Retriever

Bichon Frise, Afghan Hound

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Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Fawn
Pied
Red
White

White
Cream

Golden Border Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Afghan Chons have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Curly

A Golden Border Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 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 Chon can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Golden Border Retrievers 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 Chon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Hip Dysplasia

Physical Examination
Radiographs

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

Golden Border Retriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Afghan Chon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Golden Border Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Border Retriever, it's at least 12 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 Chon, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Border Retrievers usually need at least 120 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 Chons 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.

The Golden Border Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Golden Border Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an Afghan Chon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Border Retriever is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $756 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 Chon is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Golden Border Retrievers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Afghan Chons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Golden Border Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Golden Border Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Afghan Chons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Golden Border Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Afghan Chons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.