Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social

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

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

Lhasa-Cotons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Asia

United States

Afghan Hound, Collie

Coton de Tulear and Lhasa Apso

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Sable
Red
Fawn

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Afollies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Lhasa-Cotons are known for their coat length.

An Afollie can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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.

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Bloat
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
CT or MRI scan
Blood Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests

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

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

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

Afollies 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.

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.

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

In general most Afollies 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 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.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-65 pound (23 - 29 kg) Afollie 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 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.

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

The average cost of a Lhasa-Coton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Afollie 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Afollies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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