Drever vs Afghan Hound
Compare Drever and Afghan Hound: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Drever
VS
Afghan Hound
Comparison table
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Characteristic
Drever
Afghan Hound
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 38 cm
63 – 74 cm
Weight
14 – 16 kg
26 – 34 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
1/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Drever
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Afghan Hound
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
Summary
About Drever
The Drever is a sturdy Swedish scent hound, low and long‑bodied yet strong and enduring. Bred to track and drive game at a steady pace, it has a clear voice, strong hunting instinct, and needs ample exercise. Friendly, affectionate, and easy‑care coated, it suits active, outdoorsy homes.
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.
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