Afghan Lab
Designer Mixed Breed · Afghan Hound x Labrador · Graceful and Friendly
55-85 lbsWeight
22-27 inHeight
10-14 yrsLifespan
Yellow, Chocolate, Black, CreamColors
Designer Mixed Breed · Afghan Hound x Labrador · Graceful and Friendly
The Afghan Lab combines the Afghan Hound's elegance with the Labrador's boundless friendliness. The Lab temperament usually tempers the Afghan's aloofness, creating a more approachable hybrid that retains an air of grace and speed.
Friendly and social, more so than purebred Afghans. Good family dogs when well exercised. Independent streak remains from the Afghan.
Needs 60-90 minutes daily. Loves fetch and swimming from the Lab side, plus fast running from the Afghan.
Brush 2-3 times weekly. Easier than a purebred Afghan. Check floppy ears for moisture.
More trainable than purebred Afghans due to Lab eagerness to please. Food motivated and responds well to positive reinforcement.
Hip dysplasia from both parents and obesity risk from the Lab side are primary concerns.
Feed the Afghan Lab a high-quality, age-appropriate food suited to their size and activity.
| Life Stage | Daily Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Puppy (2-12 mo) | 1-2.5 cups/day | Puppy formula; 3 meals/day |
| Adult (1-7 yr) | 1.5-3 cups/day | 2 meals/day; adjust for activity |
| Senior (8+ yr) | Reduce 10-20% | Joint-support formula |
Always provide fresh water. Treats should be under 10% of daily calories. Avoid chocolate, grapes, onions, and xylitol.
| Expense | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Puppy from Breeder | $700-$1,500 |
| Monthly Food | $60-$100 |
| Annual Vet Care | $500-$1,100 |
| Grooming | $60-$120/visit |
| Training | $100-$300/course |
Check local rescues for Afghan Lab dogs before buying. Adoption fees are $150-$500 and include spay/neuter and vaccines.
Afghan Hounds reach 40 mph. The Afghan Lab inherits some of this speed combined with the Lab explosive energy.
Labs are famous water dogs and Afghan Labs almost always inherit this love of swimming.
Afghan Labs come in Lab yellows and chocolates combined with Afghan cream or brindle patterns.