Afghan Hound: Appearnce, Characteristics, Temperament & more...

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The Afghan Hound is known as a basal breed, which actually happens to predate the emergence of what we know as the modern breeds from the nineteenth century.

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Colour: The Afghan Hound comes in shades of black, cream and red mostly.

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The Afghan Hound is known for its courageous, sweet, affectionate and loyal temperament.

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The Afghan Hound lives for up to 12 to 14 years.

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The average litter size of the Afghan Hound is 6 to 8 puppies.

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Yes, the Afghan Hound is hypoallergenic.

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Afghan Hound: Appearnce, Characteristics, Temperament & more...

The Afghan Hound is known as a basal breed, which actually happens to predate the emergence of what we know as the modern breeds from the nineteenth century.

History And Popularity

Colour: The Afghan Hound comes in shades of black, cream and red mostly.

Characteristics

Height: 68 to 74 cm

Weight: 24 to 34 Kg

The Afghan Hound is known for its courageous, sweet, affectionate and loyal temperament.

Temperament

The Afghan Hound lives for up to 12 to 14 years.

Lifespan

The average litter size of the Afghan Hound is 6 to 8 puppies.

Litter Size

Yes, the Afghan Hound is hypoallergenic.

Are Afghan Hounds Hypoallergenic?

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