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| Getting to Know the
Afghan Hound |
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The Afghan Hound is an aristocrat, his whole appearance one of dignity and aloofness with no trace of plainness or coarseness. He has a straight front, proudly carried head, eyes gazing into the distance as if in memory of ages past. The striking characte |
Average Height
27 inches at the withers |
Average Weight
17 kgs |
Personality
The Afghan Hound is an aristocrat, his whole appearance one of dignity and aloofness with no trace of plainness or coarseness. He has a straight front, proudly carried head, eyes gazing into the distance as if in memory of ages past. The striking characte |
Children
Yes, an Afghan Hound will but they are better with families with older children.
Trainability
12 months training |
Friendliness
This dog is calm indoors, but fast and active outdoors. It is very proud, noble and intelligent. |
Temperment
Males are often very dominant toward other males. Afghan Hounds are tolerant of children, provided they are not constantly pestered |
Care
Afghan Hound's needs extensive grooming of their coat. Daily is recommended. Bathing two or three times per month, paying special attention to the ears. Afghan Hound's love to run. Daily exercise is needed for the Afghan Hound, preferable morning and even |
Combativeness
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Other Pets
Afghan Hound's may chase small animals such as cats unless they have been raised with them. |
Group
Hound |
Country of Origin
Afghanistan/England. |
Coat
Long and fine |
Color
All colors are permissible. White markings, especially on the head, are undesirable |
Lifespan
Not Available |
Activity Level
Afghan Hound's needs extensive grooming of their coat. Daily is recommended. Bathing two or three times per month, paying special attention to the ears. Afghan Hound's love to run. Daily exercise is needed for the Afghan Hound, preferable morning and even |
Health
Afghan Hound's are generally healthy. Potential for juvenile cataracts and possible hip dysplasia. Sensitivity to drugs, flea powders and tickicides. Rare cases of progressive paralysis. |
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