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Afollie |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Afghanistan <> Great Britain -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen |
A brief presentation of the Afollie |
| The Afollie is a cross between the Longhaired Collie and the Afghan Greyhound, both highly energetic breeds. While the Afghan Greyhound is a sighthound and known for its speed in hunting prey, the Longhaired Collie is a herding dog. As medium to large dogs, the Afollie generally measures between 56 and 69 centimeters and weighs around 23 kilos. They are intelligent, fun-loving and easy to train, and can also be adorable and loyal house dogs. The Afollie can come in many colors, such as shades of white, tan, cream, brown, black and blue. As long as he's socialized early, he'll get along with your pets at home and with other dogs at the dog park. However, due to their gregarious tendency, they may try to herd other animals and small children. |
History of the Afollie |
| As the Afollie is a breed of recent conception, little is known about its history. Therefore, the best way to determine your Afollie's future is to look at the history of the Longhaired Collie and the Afghan Greyhound. The Afghan Greyhound is an excellent hunter and the Longhaired Collie is an excellent herder, so the Afollie would most likely be a good mix of the two. |
A little of the Afghan Greyhound |
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| The Afghan Greyhound is one of the oldest breeds, originating in the mountains of Afghanistan. It became popular with nomadic tribes for hunting and capturing rabbits and gazelles for food. Thanks to their thick, woolly coat, they have been able to survive the cold of the mountains, and enjoy fresh air wherever they live. | ||
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| Standard of the Afghan Greyhound | ||
A little of the Collie Rough |
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| There are two types of Collie: the Longhaired Collie and the Shorthaired Collie. The longhaired Collie is simply a smooth-haired Collie with a longer coat. The Collie is thought to have arrived in the British Isles with the Celts when they settled there, but there is no documentation of this before the 1800s. In fact, the AKC registered both types of Collie in 1885 as the same breed. Initially, the Longhaired Collie was a small black dog with a broad head, but was later bred to a sandy color and a larger body. Queen Victoria was impressed by the Collie and had one at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. The Longhaired Collie subsequently became popular in America when Queen Victoria entered two at the Westminster Dog Show in 1878. | ||
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| Standard of the Collie Rough |
Appearance of the Afollie |
| The Afghani Greyhound is a breed of great size and class, and the Longhaired Collie is a graceful dog of medium to large size. The Afollie therefore tends to be a medium to large breed with a long coat, strong bone, large muzzle, muscular legs and furry ears. The neck may have a sort of ruff or mane, and the tail is long and may be carried low or curled over the back. It has a lively, curious expression and always seems to look intelligent and proud. The Afollie has dark, almond-shaped eyes and a dark nose. Its ears can be held straight or hanging, and usually fold at the top. |
Temperament of the Afollie |
| The Longhaired Collie is an intelligent, friendly breed that's easy to train, but the Afghan Greyhound can be stubborn and difficult to train. So it's important that you stick to a strict regime at all times. The Longhaired Collie is a family dog that gets on well with children and other pets, but the Afghan can be tense or nervous, resulting in a mixture of both. This hybrid doesn't bark much unless it has something to say, but it can be a good watchdog for pets and people. They work hard and like to play hard too, so it's important to include your Afollie in family play. |
Needs and activities of the Afollie |
| Being classified as medium to large dogs, the Afghan Greyhound and the Longhaired Collie each need around an hour of activity a day. Therefore, any dog that is a mix of the two will have the same activity level and exercise needs. Playing ball in the garden, if it's big enough, is a great way to get him moving. However, the Longhaired Collie is a very social dog and will need social interaction with other people and other dogs to stay happy. The same may be true for a dog that is part Longhair Collie. Dog sports are a great way to keep your dog fit, create a strong bond and give him the socialization he needs and craves. |
Maintenance of the Afollie |
| Both the Longhaired Collie and the Afghan Greyhound need regular, vigorous grooming to prevent their thick coats from matting. Brushing with a stiff bristle brush several times a week should suffice if done correctly. Make sure you brush all parts of your dog, including the inside of the elbows, groin, neck and back of the legs. You can bathe your Afollie if necessary, with a mild dog shampoo recommended by your vet. If you don't have the time to brush and bathe your dog properly, it's a good idea to take him to a professional groomer every few months for a trim. This hybrid dog's teeth and nails need regular care, so always use vet-recommended toothpaste to brush your dog's teeth. |
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