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Afghan Hound All About The Breed
With their unique profile and movie star looks it is difficult to mistake the Afghan Hound for any other dog breed.
These tall, sleek sight hounds can stand as high as 29 inches at the shoulder, and can weigh between 44 to 59 pounds. Their trademark long, silky coat can be any color, although white markings are not permitted.
The face also has a black ‘mask’, while some dogs sport a long mandarin-style moustache called, unsurprisingly, a mandarin. Like most sighthounds, the Afghan was developed for hunting small game. The breed is from Afghanistan and was first seen in the west during the 1800s. However, by the end of World War One, very few remained.
However, in the 1920′s a breeder in Scotland imported several dogs from Afghanistan. These dogs were a big hit on the dog show circuit, and the breed quickly gain recognition from the major kennel clubs. Most Afghan’s alive today descend from this small ‘Scottish’ group.
The Afghan Hound is an ancient dog breed that is genetically very close to the wolf, and is considered a close relative of the first domestic dogs.The temperament of the breed is best described as aloof, even snooty. They also have a reputation as being difficult to train. It’s not that they’re unintelligent, just that they prefer not to obey.
Those who know the breed even describe their temperament as cat-like. That is to say that, an Afghan will only do your bidding if he sees a very good reason for doing so!
But they are still great pets, and can be surprisingly loving with those close to them. With strangers though, they’ll keep their distance, until you’ve earned their trust and respect.
Like most other sight hound breeds, the Afghan can be quite lazy. They enjoy nothing more than curling up on the couch for a good nap, and normally see no reason to exert themselves.
Once outdoors though, the breeds strong hunting instincts kick in. You’ll notice that the dog is suddenly on full alert for prey, and he’ll chase any small animal he sees.The Afghan may look glamorous, but it is no softie. These are strong healthy dogs who have very few serious health problems. The major health issues relate to the eyes, with cataracts a particular problem.
One of the biggest challenges for an Afghan owner is keeping that luxurious coat looking its best. This requires daily brushing, and a regular trip to the dog salon to trim the coat back into shape.
The Afghan may be a hunting dog, but that doesn’t mean it enjoys living outdoors. These dogs much prefer sleeping on a comfy couch than in a kennel. Besides, the dog’s coat may look impressive, but it actually provides very little protection in cold weather.
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