Dog
Group:
Miscellaneous Class
Pronunciation:
af-a-dawr
Breed Description:
The Afador breed of dog is a designer breed that was created by crossing the Labrador Retriever with the Afghan Hound. The result is a medium to large sized breed of dog that is very leggy and has a long body. They usually have the thinner body of the Afghan Hound with a bit more of the Labrador Retrievers sturdy appearance. The head is usually long and resembles a thicker Afghan Hound head. The ears should hang down the side of the head and are usually long.
The coat of the Afador usually consists of two coats, a soft undercoat and a top coat that has long, straight hair. The topcoat is usually very fine but it can range in texture from silky to hard. They can be found in a range of colors including black, yellow, white, beige, and red as well as black and white. In addition, they can have any of hte colors with a dark mask on the face.
Temperament:
The Afador breed of dog is a happy and independent dog that is often described as being a noble breed. They are very intelligent and combine this with a courage that can be quite surprising. The breed usually takes after their Afghan Hound parent and tend to be a bit more reserved with strangers. In addition, they are not eager to please and can be a challenge when it comes to training. They do need a firm and confident owner who can set rules and aren't really recommended for new or timid owners. The breed is usually very affectionate with their owners and they can make a great pet for homes with children, although they may be better suited to homes with older kids. They will chase smaller pets so they are not the best choice for a home with small, non-canine pets.
Height:
The average weight for a Afador is between 60 and 75 for a male and 55 to 70 for a female.
Weight:
The average height of a lafador is between 26 to 29 inches for a male and 24 to 27 inches for a female.
Health Problems:
The Afador breed of dog has no known health problems.. It is best to research both the Labrador Retriever and the Afghan Hound to find out what health concerns your dog may experience.
Living Conditions:
The Afador breed of dog is not recommended for apartments. They have a lot of energy and really do require room to exercise. In addition, they enjoy being outside so they do best in a home with a large fenced yard. The breed should not be an outdoor dog since they thrive when they are with their owners.
Exercise:
The Afador is a very energetic breed and you should expect to give them about 60 minutes of exercise each day to meet their needs. In addition, you should be careful with this breed since they can gain weight very easily, so they do require good exercise.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 12 years
Grooming:
The Afador breed of dog does require a fair amount of grooming and you should expect to brush them two or three times a week at a minimum. During heavy shedding periods, expect to groom this dog every day and also be prepared for a large amount of hair in your home. The Afador should be bathed about once per month and the hair around the feet and under the ears should be trimmed on a regular basis to prevent matting and infections from occurring.
Origin:
The Afador breed of dog is a designer `hybrid` breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Afador, it is important to read up on both the Afghan Hound and the Labrador Retriever. 
Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
