Afghan Hound - An Aristocratic Dog
The Afghan Hound has elegant looks. This unique, dog breed has a unique appearance quite unlike any other. It has dramatic silky coat, exotic face, and thin, fashion-model build. This breed is usually 2 feet to 2feet 4inches tall. This breed is both aloof and comical. Hailing from Afghanistan, this breed is considered as one of the oldest dog breed. It has good cold & heat tolerance & is a good watch dog.
An extremely fast and agile runner, the Afghan is a sighthound, which means it hunts by sight. It was used as a shepherd and as a hunter of many types of game including deer, wild goats, snow leopards and wolves. They were also used by shepherds as herders and watchdogs. In Europe and America they have become a luxurious pet and show dog because of their aristocratic beauty.
