Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Quiet

Active
Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Obedient
Quick
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Bright
Sturdy
Extroverted

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

Pom-Kees are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Afghan Hound

Keeshond, Pomeranian

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Brown
Brindle
Sable
Gray

Black
Fawn
Blue
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Sable
Brindle
White

Afghan Bay Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Pom-Kees have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

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 Pom-Kee can have a litter of 3-8 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.

Afghan Bay Retrievers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Pom-Kees are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Diabetes
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Cataracts

Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Pateller Luxation
Heart Defects

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

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

Pom-Kee 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.

Pom-Kees 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.

Pom-Kees 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 Pom-Kee, it's at least 7 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 Pom-Kees 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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 3-45 pound (1 - 20 kg) Pom-Kee feed 2 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 Pom-Kee is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Pom-Kee 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.

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.

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

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

Pom-Kees have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Pom-Kees are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Pom-Kees 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.

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

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

Pom-Kees have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Pom-Kees are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.