Golden Afghan Hound dog breed with face forward standing side view against white background
Golden Afghan Hound dog breed with face forward standing side view against white background

Traits and Characteristics

type

Sporting

weight

50 to 60 pounds

height

25 to 27 inches

family

Sighthound

Traits and Characteristics

type

Sporting

weight

50 to 60 pounds

height

25 to 27 inches

family

Sighthound

The beauty queens of the dog world, the Afghan Hound’s distinctive body and coat are instantly recognizable. Native to Afghanistan, they were bred to course mountains. They have Greyhound-like bodies, a double suspension gallop, and a short back that allows them to jump and almost turn in place. Their long, silky coats were designed to protect them from the cold and give them striking good looks. The Afghan Hound is dignified and proud, with a bouncy step.

  • Energy Levellevel 2 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 2 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 3 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 1 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 1 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 1 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 2 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 4 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 3 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 3 in 5

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