Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
Clever

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social

Muggins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Afollies are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Asia

Pug and Miniature Pinscher

Afghan Hound, Collie

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®

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Cream
Black
Brown
White

Black
Blue
Sable
Red
Fawn

Muggins have short coats.

Afollies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Muggin can have a litter of 2-5 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 Afollie can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Muggins typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Afollie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Megaesophagus
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Liver Problems

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Demodectic Mange
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Pateller Luxation

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Bloat
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Blood
Knee
Hips
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Thyroid Testing

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
CT or MRI scan
Blood Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests

Muggins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Afollies are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Muggin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Muggins need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Afollies require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Afollies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Muggins bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Afollie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Muggin, it's at least 5 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 Afollie, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Muggins 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 Afollies 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.

The Muggin is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Ideally, Muggin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Afollie should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-22 pound (5 - 10 kg) Muggin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 50-65 pound (23 - 29 kg) Afollie feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Muggin is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Afollie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Muggin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 Afollie 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.

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.

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

The Afollie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

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

Afollies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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