The Afghan Hound is a large and elegant breed of dog that was originally bred in Afghanistan for hunting small game. They are intelligent, independent, and athletic, and make excellent companion dogs.
Afghan Hound
Also known as Tazi, Balkh Hound, Baluchi Hound, Barakzai Hound
Origin
- Country
- Afghanistan
- Era
- ancient, thousands of years old
Group
- Hound
Lifespan
- 12–14 years
Size
- Height
- Male 66–71 cm · Female 61–66 cm
- Weight
- Male 23–27 kg · Female 20–25 kg
Coat
- Type
- long
- Length
- long
- Colours
- fawn, gold, cream, red, black, brindle, blue, gray, white, tricolour
Traits
- dignified, aloof, independent, aristocratic, gentle, clownish