Origin:   Afghanistan
Group:  Hound
Height (inches)  30-33 
Weight (kgs)  25-34

Instructions:  Regular Grooming & Regular Exercise
Details:
An Afghan Hound is one of the most elegant and royal dog breeds in the world. Also called the King of Sight Hounds, this majestic breed is also considered one of the oldest breeds in the World. As its name suggests, an Afghan Hound hails from the mountainous region of Afghanistan where it was originally named Tazi Spay and its origin is believed to date back to the pre- Christian era. Legend has it that an Afghan Hound was one the dogs that was rescued in Noah’s Arc. Paintings and murals of AFghan Hounds have been found in ancient Afghan Caves which depict them hunting in the ancient times. Aristocratically beautiful, Afghan Hounds were originally used as hunting dogs in the desert and mountainous region of Afghanistan where they could run and cover great distances and hold off their prey till their handler would catch up. Today, Afghan Hounds are in the league of luxurious pets especially in the US and Europe. If you are planning to get an Afghan Hound as a pet, you would need to be certain of the physical and temperamental attributes of this royal breed.