These regal sighthounds were developed to hunt game and to guard homes and flocks. Afghan males stand 26 to 28 inches at the shoulder, and they weigh approximately 60 pounds. Females stand 24 to 26 inches at the shoulder, and they weigh approximately 50 pounds. Afghans’ long, silky coats require a fair amount of care, and can come in all colors and combinations of colors. Afghans seem to have a reserved manner, but they can be quite lively and silly when playing. These athletic hounds are both powerful and agile, and they should be given a good amount of exercise each day. 

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Potential Health Problems*

• Anesthesia and Drug Sensitivity
• Afghan Hound Myelopathy
• Chylothorax
• Corneal Dystrophy
• Dilated Cardiomyopathy
• Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (Bloat)
• Generalized Demodectic Mange
• Hemophilia A
• Hip Dysplasia
• Hypothyroidism
• Laryngeal Paralysis
• Lung Lobe Torsion
• Osteochondrosis
• Progressive Retinal Atrophy
• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

*Just because a condition is associated with a specific breed does not mean that all dogs of this breed will be affected. Likewise, a dog may be impacted by diseases and conditions not listed under his or her breed.