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    Afghan Hounds

    Originally a hunter breed, the Afghan can be strong willed and independant. This breed requires a large amount of social training and can display feral traits if this is not done correctly.
    Lifespan
    11-13 years
    Breed group
    Hound
    Weight
    Male: 20-27kg
    Female: 20-27kg
    Height
    Male: 68-74cm
    Female: 63-69cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Afghan, Tazi, Baluchi Hound
    Breed Size
    Large
    Breed Type
    Hound, Hypoallergenic
    Health tests available
    At present there are no DNA or screening tests available under the Assured Breeder Scheme
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Medium
    Easy to train
    Very easy
    Shedding
    Very heavy
    Grooming
    needs
    High
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    Medium
    Cost to keep
    High
    Intelligence
    Medium
    Tolerates being alone
    Low anxiety

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