Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Aggressive
Easygoing

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy

Boston Malterriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

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Maltese and Boston Terrier

Afghan Hound and Golden Retriever

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn

Wiry

Straight

A Boston Malterrier can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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.

While the Boston Malterrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Afghan Retrievers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Heart Murmur
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Hypothyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Skin Allergy “atopy”

Cataracts
Bloat
Histiocytosis

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel

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

Boston Malterrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Boston Malterriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Malterrier, it's at least 6 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 Retriever, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Malterriers 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.

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.

The Boston Malterrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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.

Ideally, Boston Malterrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-22 pound (4 - 10 kg) Boston Malterrier 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.

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.

The average cost of a Boston Malterrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Boston Malterrier 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.

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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Boston Malterriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Boston Malterriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Boston Malterriers are highly friendly around strangers.

Afghan Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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

Boston Malterriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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