Dog Breeds

Afghan Hound

• Size

  Large

• Grooming Req.

  Every Day

• Excerise

  Considerable

• Locality

  Country

• Lifespan

  Over 9 Years

• Feeding Costs

  Under £5 / Week

• Appearance

  The elegant appearance of the Afghan, with its long, silky coat, has attracted many people to this breed. Such styling, however, is possible only by dedicated grooming. The length of the coat has been gently developed by selective breeding over about the last 50 years. In motion, the Afghan Hound is high-stepping, giving the impression of springing over the ground with its coat flowing behind.

• Characteristics

  This athletic hound requires plenty of exercise. It may tend to run off too readily - perhaps a reflection of its hunting past.

• Temperament

  Lively, active, dignified and aloof.

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