Unfortunately, the Confetti Australian Shepherd 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 Chons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Fearless
Good-natured
Spirited

Playful
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful

Confetti Australian Shepherds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Afghan Chons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Australian Shepherd, Miniature Schnauzer

Bichon Frise, Afghan Hound

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

Dog Registry of America Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Gray
Silver

White
Cream

Wiry

Curly

A Confetti Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 6-9 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 Chon can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia

Blood Test
Physical Examination
Cutaneous cytology
Radiographs
Urinalysis
Joint Fluid Sample
ACTH Stimulation Test
Intradermal Injection Test

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

Confetti Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Confetti Australian Shepherd, 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 Afghan Chon, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Confetti Australian Shepherds usually need at least 80 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 Chons 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.

Confetti Australian Shepherds require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Confetti Australian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Afghan Chons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

The Confetti Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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