Unfortunately, the Cursset 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 Hounds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Protective
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Kind
Sweet
Tenacious
Trainable
Fearless

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy

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Brown

Black

Black

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Black
Fawn
Brindle

Black
Red
Cream
Blue
Silver
White

Curssets have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Afghan Hounds are known for their coat length.

A Cursset can have a litter of 5-10 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 Hound can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Curssets are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Afghan Hounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Thyroid
Corneal Opacities

None

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma

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

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

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

Afghan Hounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Curssets 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.

Afghan Hounds 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 Cursset, it's at least 11 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 Hound, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Curssets usually need at least 50 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 Hounds 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.

The Cursset has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Cursset is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Afghan Hound is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cursset 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 an Afghan Hound is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

The Cursset is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

Afghan Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

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

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

Afghan Hounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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