Unfortunately, the Brittany (Spaniel) 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, Afghan Chons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Alert
Intelligent
Social
Independent
Responsive

Playful
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful

Brittany (Spaniel)s are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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A Brittany (Spaniel) can have a litter of 12-15 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 Chon can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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Brittany (Spaniel) has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Brittany (Spaniel)s are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Brittany (Spaniel), 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 Afghan Chon, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Brittany (Spaniel)s usually need at least 90 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 Chons 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 Brittany (Spaniel) has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Afghan Chons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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For an average 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Brittany (Spaniel) feed 2.5 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 11-75 pound (5 - 34 kg) Afghan Chon 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 Brittany (Spaniel) is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Brittany (Spaniel) is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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 Chon 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.

Brittany (Spaniel)s are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Afghan Chons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Brittany (Spaniel)s make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Brittany (Spaniel)s are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Afghan Chons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Brittany (Spaniel)s are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Brittany (Spaniel)s are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Brittany (Spaniel)s are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Brittany (Spaniel)s are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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