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AFGHAN HOUND ! BEAUTIFUL DOG BREED – Dogs and Dog

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Afghan Hound is elegance personified dog breeds. Hound is a unique, ancient and special dog has an aspect quite unlike any other: dramatic silky coat, exotic face, and thin, fashion-model build. Looks aside this dog, Afghan enthusiasts describe this hound as both aloof and comical.

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IMPORTANT STATS

  • Life expectancy:  12 – 18 years
  • Origin: Afghanistan
  • Temperament:  Sweet, Independent, Regal
  • Height:  Male: 25–27 Inches, Female: 19–25 Inches
  • Weight:  Male: 50–60  pounds, Female: 45–55 pounds
  • Colors: any color expect spotted
  • Group:  Hound Group

MAJOR CHARACTERISTICS

Other names
 Tazi, Spay, Kochyano, Sage Balochi, Ogar Afgan, Barakzai Hound
Coat:  Long, silky
Litter size average 3 to 4 pups maybe larger
Life span 12-18 years

AFGHAN HOUND DOG

Afghan Hound among the most eye-catching and long height of all dog breeds, the Afghan Hound is an aloof and dignified aristocrat of sublime beauty. The Afghan dog breeds appears dignified and aloof, with an exotic expression and proud carriage. This pet gait shows great elasticity and spring, and the dog moves with head and tail high.

Afghan Hound it’s not the breed for all would-be dog owners, but where the dog and owner combination is right no animal can equal the Afghan Hound dog as a pet.

AFGHAN HOUND TEMPERAMENT AND APPEARANCE

  • This dog even with the glamorous reputation, the hound heart lies in chasing down game over rugged terrain.
  • While these dogs maintain regal bearings inside, Afghans need a daily chance to stretch their legs in a safe area.
  • At times, these dog may have a reluctance to come when called.
  • This dog will chase small animals outside, and will coexist peacefully inside.
  • Though these dog can be gentle with children, the Afghan may not always be playful and interactive enough with them.
  • Described by some as “catlike,” this breed is independent yet sensitive, and not overly demonstrative.
  • These dog are reserved with strangers; some can be timid. They have a happy, clownish side.

AFGHAN HOUND HEALTH AND CARE

  • Life expectation is 12 to 18 years.
  • Major concerns: none
  • Minor concerns: cataract
  • Occasionally seen: necrotic myelopathy, CHD, hypothyroidism
  • Suggested tests: eye, hip, thyroidism
  • Note: sensitive to barbiturate anesthesia; prone to tail injuries

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