The Afghan Hound is an aristocrat, his whole appearance one of dignity and aloofness with no trace of plainness or coarseness.
Afghan Hound breed facts
The Afghan Hound was discovered by the Western world in Afghanistan and surrounding regions during the 19th century. The current breed was developed in Afghanistan’s mountainous countryside.
Information you should know before owning an Afghan Hound
The Afghan Hound is covered with a thick coat of long silky hair that requires hours of grooming each week to maintain its beautiful appearance.
The Afghan Hound needs room to run in a fenced area under supervision.
Afghans can be very destructive when bored. The Afghan’s independent disposition may not understand your displeasure with his destructive behaviour.
They may appear aloof and particularly standoffish with strangers.
