Afghan Hound

Afghan hound is considered as the King of the dogs, due to its elegant look and aloof character. He is one of the ancient dog breeds in the world. Afghan Hounds were employed as a shepherd and hunter of several kinds of hunting games such as goats, deer, and wolves and leopards. The breed was additionally utilized by shepherds as herders and watchdogs. The European observed the Afghan hound in Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan during the nineteenth century, with the very first sample brought to Great Britain in the last of the century. In European countries and The United States they have finally appeared as an elegant family dog and show dog due to their elegance. Several the Afghan's are also used for hunting, herding tracking, racing and watchdog. They are sight hounds that have a unique facial appearance. We can back to 1920 when they first time brought in Scotland. The American kennel Club recognized this dog breed in 1926 and kept it in sight hound and hunting dog. Afghan hound life expectancy may be from 12 years to 14 years in general. Normally Afghan hound height may be 25-27 inches and the weight may be 50 – 60 pounds.
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