Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Vocal

Active
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Lively
Watchful

United States

Afghanistan

Coton de Tulear and Lhasa Apso

Belgian Sheepdog and Afghan Hound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Red
Brown

Lhasa-Cotons are known for their coat length.

Afghan Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Lhasa-Coton can have a litter of 4-6 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 Sheepdog can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Pannus
Muscular Dystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Complete Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel
Abdominal Ultrasound

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

Afghan Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Lhasa-Cotons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhasa-Coton dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Afghan Sheepdogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lhasa-Coton, it's at least 5 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 Sheepdog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lhasa-Cotons usually need at least 30 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 Sheepdogs 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.

Lhasa-Cotons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Afghan Sheepdogs 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, Lhasa-Coton should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Afghan Sheepdog 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Lhasa-Coton 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 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Afghan Sheepdog feed 2.8 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 Lhasa-Coton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Afghan Sheepdog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lhasa-Coton is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Sheepdog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Lhasa-Cotons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Afghan Sheepdogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Lhasa-Cotons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Afghan Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Lhasa-Cotons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Lhasa-Cotons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Afghan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Lhasa-Cotons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Afghan Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Lhasa-Cotons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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