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English Toy Terrier
VS
Afghan Hound
English Toy Terrier vs Afghan Hound
Compare English Toy Terrier and Afghan Hound 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
English Toy Terrier
Afghan Hound
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
63 – 74 cm
Weight
2 – 4 kg
26 – 34 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
1/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
Characteristics
English Toy Terrier
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Afghan Hound
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
Summary
About English Toy Terrier
Small, elegant black-and-tan toy terrier with a fine but athletic build and low‑maintenance short coat. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Lively, intelligent and sensitive, needs daily exercise, mental stimulation and protection from temperature extremes.
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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