Afghan Hound Breed Info

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Grooming ****

Afghan Hound are originated from Afghanistan and also known as Balkh Hound, Baluchi Hound, Kabul Hound
Size: max: 27 in (H), max: 60 lbs (W)
Color: any color, with or without white
Coat: thick, long, fine, silky
Personality: strong willed, independent, aloof with strangers, dignified, playful with its family
Care: grooming, exercise, socialization, leashed
Known health problem: eye problems, hip dysplasia, cryptorchidism or monochidism, heart problem
Group: hound dogs

Good with children? yes if socialized properly
Good with other pets? no, it has strong prey drive

The Afghan Hound dog has its origins from Middle Eastern with roots that date back to the Egyptian Pharaohs. This breed is one of the sighthound dog breed group as the Afghan Hound dogs were initially used by nomadic to hunt the ground for gazelles, hare, wolves, and foxes. They often hunted with the partnership of falcons, which were trained to swoop at the quarry. These dogs spent generation after generation hunting through rough conditions in harsh mountains.

Afghan Hound dogs developed great stamina, strength and speed from such hard labor. Their most striking physical capabilities were its leaping distance and nimbleness. They were able to work with great success in the frigid mountain climate by the aid of their thick, long coat.

During the early 1900s the very first Afghan Hound made its way to England. At that time these dogs were referred to as “Barukhzy Hounds”. Others called them “Persian Greyhounds”.

The Afghan Hound dog was quite a diverse breed so in order to draw up a breed standard that was based on perfection, a model dog was used that best illustrated the elegant look of today's Afghan Hound.

Their popularity grew slowly, but eventually made a name in the show ring. In fact, the Afghan Hound quickly made a name for itself as one of the most glamorous, yet competitive dogs in the rings.

This breed is a hunter at heart, capable of finding its prey through rough terrain, yet is peaceful and gentle, especially with children. It needs exercise on a daily basis and can be somewhat shy and reserved around strangers. Afghan Hound dogs have a reputation among dog trainers of having a relatively low "obedience intelligence, as they lean towards independence and they can sometimes choose to ignore commands.

Taking Care Of Your Afghan Hound

Daily stimulation, both mentally and physically, will keep the Afghan Hound dog in a happy state of mind. They should live indoors with the rest of the family but have access to an enclosed, outside area during the day. This dog loves the opportunity to run at full speed if you can do so in a safe area. Grooming does take a little extra work with the Afghan Hound. Its coat is long and may need to be brushed thoroughly every other day. This breed requires a patient, active family in a suburban or country setting.