Afghan Hound vs Black Russian Terrier

Compare the Afghan Hound to the Black Russian Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Afghan Hounds and Black Russian Terriers.

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

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General Details

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

10-12 Years

Height

24-29 Inches

26-30 Inches

Weight

45-60 Pounds

99-132 Pounds

Intelligence

Average

Above Average

History

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Origin Country

Afghanistan

Russia

Origin Year

-200 BC

1940 AD

Temperament

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Above Average

Pet Friendly

Above Average

Below Average

Stranger Friendly

Below Average

Average

Personality

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Traits

Loving

Separation Anxiety

Snuggle

Stubborn

Affectionate

Aggressive

Jealous

Loving

Needy

Protective

Separation Anxiety

Snuggle

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-80 °F

40-70 °F

Barks/Howls

None

Average

Exercise Needs

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Energy Level

High

High to Very High

Exercise Required

Medium

High to Very High

Top Running Speed

40 MPH

28 MPH

Strength

High

Very High

Grooming Needs

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Coat Maintenance

Medium

Medium to High

Shedding

Low

Medium to High

Dander

Low

Medium

Drool

None

Low to Medium

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Aggression

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

Chasing

Average

Follow Commands

Below Average

None

Fighting

Below Average

Guarding

None

Above Average

Herding

Average

Above Average

Hunting

Below Average

Above Average

Protection

Below Average

Above Average

Remove Vermin

Average

Below Average

Sled Pulling

Below Average

None

Watch / Guardian

Below Average

Above Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Average Lifespan

10-12 Years

Health Concerns

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Common Health Issues

Cancer

Cataracts

Allergies

Hypothyroidism

Hip dysplasia

Progressive retinal atrophy

Allergies

Elbow dysplasia

Bladder stones

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Coat Type

Hair

Coat Layering

Single

Double

Smooth

Coat Texture

Silky

Straight

Rough

Coat Length

Long

Medium

Coat Coloring

Afghan Hound

Black Russian Terrier

Breed Colors

Cream