Afghan Hound
VS
Toy Poodle
Afghan Hound vs Toy Poodle
Compare Afghan Hound and Toy Poodle side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Afghan Hound
Toy Poodle
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
63 – 74 cm
24 – 27 cm
Weight
26 – 34 kg
2 – 4 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
1/5
1/5
Barking level
1/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Afghan Hound
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
Toy Poodle
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
About Afghan Hound
Ancient sighthound with tall, elegant build and long silky coat needing frequent grooming. Aloof with strangers but affectionate with family, independent and sensitive to harsh handling. Requires calm, positive training, secure exercise, and careful health and coat care.
About Toy Poodle
Toy Poodles are the smallest Poodles, square and elegant with dense, curly, low‑shedding coats needing regular grooming. Lively, sensitive and highly trainable, they form close bonds, suit active indoor lifestyles, and, with good care, often live 14–16 years or more.
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