Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Afghan Retrievers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Pug-Zus aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Afghan Hound and Golden Retriever

Shih Tzu and Pug

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn

Black
Brown
White
Fawn
Brindle

An Afghan 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.

A Pug-Zu can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Bloat
Histiocytosis

Allergies
Skin Problems
Demodactic Mange

Eye Examination
Blood Analysis
Complete Physical Examination
Allergy Testing
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
Ophthalmological Examination

Afghan Retrievers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Pug-Zus are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Pug-Zu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Afghan Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Pug-Zus need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Pug-Zus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Afghan Retriever dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Afghan 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 Pug-Zu, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Afghan Retrievers 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 Pug-Zus usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Afghan Retrievers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Pug-Zu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Afghan Retriever 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, Pug-Zu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Afghan Retriever 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.

For an average 8-22 pound (4 - 10 kg) Pug-Zu 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.

The average cost of an Afghan Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Pug-Zu is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Afghan Retriever is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 a Pug-Zu 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.

Afghan Retrievers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Pug-Zu has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Pug-Zus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Afghan Retriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Pug-Zus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Pug-Zus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Afghan Retrievers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Pug-Zus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Pug-Zus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Pug-Zus have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Pug-Zus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.