Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Afghan Hound Versus Labradoodle: Introduction
- Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle: Overview
- Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle
- The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle
- Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Labradoodle
- Adopting the Afghan Hound versus Adopting the Labradoodle
- Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Labradoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Labradoodle?
- Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Labradoodle?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle
- Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Labradoodles?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Labradoodle?
- Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Labradoodles?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Labradoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Labradoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Labradoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Afghan Hounds and Labradoodles?
- Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Labradoodle?
- Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Labradoodle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labradoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Afghan Hound Versus Labradoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Afghan Hound and for the Labradoodle. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Afghan Hound or the Labradoodle
Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle: Overview
Both the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle are similar in size. The Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Afghan Hound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Labradoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Afghan Hound to the Labradoodle based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Afghan Hound | Labradoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 60 pounds | 50 to 65 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2390 | $1640 |
| Price Range | $2250 – $2500 | $1000 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Afghan Hound in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Labradoodle. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Afghan Hound is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Labradoodle is 94 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Labradoodle is a better pet than the Afghan Hound. So, you should get the Labradoodle!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle
Below is a list of where the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle
The Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle.
Afghan Hounds weigh 50 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Afghan Hounds are 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Labradoodles weigh 50 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Labradoodles are 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Labradoodle
The average price of the Afghan Hound puppy is $2390. The price of the Afghan Hound typically ranges from $2250 – $2500. However, the price of a Afghan Hound can be as low as $1800 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 21 Afghan Hound puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Labradoodle puppy is $1640. The price of the Labradoodle typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Labradoodle can be as low as $250 and as high as $5850. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 2360 Labradoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Afghan Hound is more expensive than the Labradoodle.
| Afghan Hound | Labradoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2390 | $1640 |
| Price Range | $2250 to $2500 | $1000 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Afghan Hound and Labradoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Afghan Hound puppies or how many Labradoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Afghan Hounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Labradoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Afghan Hound puppy or the Labradoodle puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Afghan Hound versus Adopting the Labradoodle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Afghan Hounds and many Labradoodles are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Afghan Hound named Sam that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Afghan Hounds like Sam on pefinder.com.
Also, like Afghan Hounds, Labradoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Duke is a Male Labradoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Labradoodles like Duke that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also Nelson, an adorable Male Labradoodle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Afghan Hounds and Labradoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Labradoodle
Afghan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Labradoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Labradoodle?
Afghan Hounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Labradoodles are very easy to groom.
Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Labradoodle?
Afghan Hounds are not easy to train.
Labradoodles are very easy to train.
Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle
Afghan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Labradoodles can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Labradoodles?
Afghan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Labradoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afghan Hound or the Labradoodle?
Afghan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Labradoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Labradoodle?
Afghan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Labradoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Labradoodles?
Afghan Hounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Labradoodles shed moderately.
Is the Afghan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Labradoodle?
Afghan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Labradoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Labradoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Afghan Hounds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Labradoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Labradoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Afghan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Labradoodles can tolerate hot weather.
Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Labradoodles?
Afghan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Labradoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Afghan Hounds and Labradoodles?
Afghan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Labradoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Labradoodle?
Afghan Hounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Labradoodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Labradoodle
Afghan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Labradoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Labradoodle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Labradoodle:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labradoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Afghan Hound that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Afghan Hound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Afghan Hound and how the Labradoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Afghan Hound and of the Labradoodle to other breeds:
Afghan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Labradoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Labradoodle versus Cocker Spaniel Labradoodle versus Cavapoo Labradoodle versus Saint Berdoodle Labradoodle versus Ibizan Hound Labradoodle versus Bernedoodle Labradoodle versus Chorkie Labradoodle versus Stabyhoun Labradoodle versus Komondor Labradoodle versus Ibizan Hound Labradoodle versus Brussels Griffon
Conclusion: Afghan Hound versus Labradoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Afghan Hound and the Labradoodle better suits you and your family.