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| Breed: Afghan Hound |
| Also Called: Tazi, Baluchi Hound |
| Height: The Afghan Hound is about about 25-27 inches tall. |
| Weight: The Afghan Hound weighs between 50-60 lbs. |
| Colors: The Afghan Hound can be any color. |
| General Appearance: The Afghan Hound has an appearance of dignity and aloofness with no trace of plainness. He has a straight front, high-raised head, and eyes that gaze off into the distance. This dog has striking characteristics that are exotic such as the long silky topknot, peculiar coat pattern, very prominent hipbones, large feet, and the impression of a somewhat exaggerated bend in the stifle due to profuse trouserings. These traits give the Afghan Hound it's exotic appearance. |
| Temperment: The Afghan Hound is aloof and dignified, yet happy. |
| Care: The Afghan Hound is covered with a thick coat of long silky hair. The dog requires hours of grooming each week to maintain its beautiful appearance. |
| Health Concerns: Blood group incompatibility. Juvenile cataracts. Corneal degeneration (dystrophy). Third eyelid turned out (everted). Oversized eyelid opening. Primary glaucoma (abnormal drainage angle). PPM (persistant pupillary membrane). Elbow joint malformation (Elbow Dysplasia). Testicles do not "drop" (cryptorchidism). |
| Training: The Afghan Hound is strong, independent, and intelligent. This dog is often shy and sensitive to harsh correction and must be trained with care. Jerks on the leash and shrill commands are not recommended. Instead use gentle guidance and firm discipline to train the Afghan Hound. Obedience training boosts the dog's confidence, intensifies owner-dog communication, and controls the dog's boisterous behavior. Training for the Afghan Hound should begin as a puppy. |
| Activity: The Afghan Hound needs room to run in a fenced area under supervision. |
| Life Span: The Afghan Hound lives an average life of 12-15 years old. |
| Litter Size: The Afghan Hound has an average litter of 6-8 puppies. |
| Country of Origin: The Afghan Hound originated in Afghanistan |
| Brief History: The Afghan Hound has been mentioned in Egyptian papyruses and in caves in Afghanistan over 4000 years ago. This dog is an ancient breed of dog that was used as a shepherd and hunter for many centuries. It hunted deer, wild boars, goats and wolves. The Afghan Hound was perfect for these jobs because it is fast and agile. The Afghan Hound was discovered in the west on the regions of Afganistan in during the 19th century and later sent to England. The real start of the breed in the US started with the first Ghazni imports in 1931, when Zeppo Marx and his wife brought from England a female named Asra of Ghazni, and a male named Westmill Omar. Asra and Omar were later acquired by Q. A. Shaw McKeans Prides Hill kennels in Massachusetts. Mr. McKean soon added a young English champion, Badshah of Ainsdart. These three - Asra, Omar and Badshah - formed the cornerstone of the breed in America. |
| Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI, KC,(GB), UKC |
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