Dalmatian has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Afghan Hound has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Unfortunately, the Dalmatian 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.

Active
Friendly
Outgoing
Sensitive
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy

Dalmatians shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

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

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

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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.
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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

Non Sporting (AKC:1888)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1926)
Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
Black
Brown
White

Black
Red
Cream
Blue
Silver
White

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

Afghan Hounds are known for their coat length.

Dalmatians 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.

Deafness
Urolithiasis

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Thyroid
Corneal Opacities

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Laryngeal Paralysis
Dalmatian Bronzing Syndrome
Microphthalmia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma

Hearing
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Throat

Eye
Hip X-Rays
Heart

Dalmatian 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.

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

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

Dalmatians 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.

While Dalmatian dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Afghan Hound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Walk, Play, Sniffing, Walking, Exploring, Bird watching, His walk, Pets, Run, Tug-of-war, Chase, Hide & Seek, Fetch

Walking, Running

Dalmatians are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Afghan Hounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dalmatian, it's at least 14 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 Dalmatians usually need at least 90 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 Dalmatian 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.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Dalmatian is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Dalmatian 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 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.

Dalmatian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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.

The Dalmatian is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

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

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

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

Dalmatians are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Dalmatians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Afghan Hounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.