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Hound Group — Origin: Afghanistan
Afghan Hound
A large-sized hound-group dog known for being dignified and independent.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 23–27 kg
- Lifespan
- 12–18 yrs
Strength
10
Stamina
8
Trainability
8
Friendliness
9
At a mid-life age of 15 years, this breed is roughly
92.3 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Large-breed formula kibble with joint support
- Two meals a day to avoid bloat
- Glucosamine supplement as they age
What it does
- Running or jogging with an owner
- Agility or flyball drills
- Hiking on weekends
Habitat
Needs a house with a fenced yard and room to stretch out; less suited to cramped apartments.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a aristocratic streak, this breed keeps its condition with high daily exertion.
High exertion~116 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Afghanistan, the Afghan Hound has been recognized as part of the Hound group for generations of purposeful breeding.