Unfortunately, the Afghan Bay Retriever is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Chinese Crestepoos are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Quiet

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Chinese Crestepoos shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Afghan Hound

Chinese Crested, Poodle

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Brown
Brindle
Sable
Gray

Brown
Black
Cream
Blue
Gray

Afghan Bay Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Chinese Crestepoos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

An Afghan Bay Retriever can have a litter of 7-9 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.

A Chinese Crestepoo can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Bloat
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Tracheal Collapse

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Abdominal Ultrasound
DNA for VWD

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Afghan Bay Retriever has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

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

Afghan Bay Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Chinese Crestepoos 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 Afghan Bay Retriever, it's at least 12 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 Chinese Crestepoo, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Afghan Bay 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.

In general most Chinese Crestepoos 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.

Afghan Bay 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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Afghan Bay 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.

For an average 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Chinese Crestepoo 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.

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

The average cost of a Chinese Crestepoo is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Afghan Bay 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.

The average per month expenses of a Chinese Crestepoo 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.

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

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

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

Chinese Crestepoos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Chinese Crestepoos make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Chinese Crestepoos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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

Afghan Bay Retrievers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Chinese Crestepoos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.