Afghan Hound
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If you are the owner of an Afghan hound you already know what beautiful and aristocratic animals that they are. It's no surprise that many of those who adopt these dogs choose to enter them in dog shows. Before you decide to take that step, however, there are a few things that you should be aware of. [...]
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The Afghan hound is known for many things including an attractive appearance, strength and speed and having an incredibly stubborn disposition. It's this last trait that can make housebreaking this breed such a challenge. Here are a few tips to help make it a little easier: [...]
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If you are thinking of adopting an Afghan hound there are some important things to be aware of. While these dogs are gorgeous, intelligent and loyal animals they are not right for everyone. [...]
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Afghan hounds are independent thinkers and generally don't care if their actions please you or not. Of course there are exceptions, but this is the general nature of the breed. They are also known for their emotional sensitivity which makes discipline a tricky business. [...]
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Afghan hounds are one of the most regal and elegant breeds of dog and as such, they require quite a bit of care. Keeping your dog well fed, groomed and exercised can be time consuming but the result will be well worth the effort. [...]
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The appearance and attitude of the Afghan hound can easily lead you to believe that they are very high maintenance dogs. Their long, shiny coats and the aloof manner in which they carry themselves can be almost intimidating to some. Before you make the decision to add an Afghan hound to your family you should consider the amount of work that will be involved. [...]
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Not only are Afghan Hounds gorgeous and regal, they also are also extremely interesting animals as well. Here are some fun and unusual facts about the Afghan hound that you might not know. [...]
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The most striking feature of the Afghan hound is its long, silky coat so of course you want to keep it looking its best. Afghan's do not require clipping but that doesn't mean that they are maintenance free, their coats still require a lot of attention. [...]
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If you are the owner of an Afghan hound adding a new pet to your family will have to be carefully considered. Not all animals are well suited to share a home with this breed of dog, particularly animals that are much smaller than he is. Before you bring home that furry new bundle of joy, there are some things you need to think about. [...]
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Afghan hounds are not content to doze in the sun. They do like to lounge around occasionally, but if you want your dog to stay happy and healthy it's vitally important that you provide ample opportunity for exercise. These dogs were bred to be hunters and while they don't have to use this ability now, the instinct remains. [...]
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There are a great number of reasons that people are naturally attracted to dogs that have been bred as herding animals. Typically these types of dogs are calm, intelligent and active, easy to train but also independent. They tend to be dogs that are suitable to being left alone for normal time frames during the day without having separation anxiety problems, plus they are often very capable of entertaining themselves if they have a companion dog or two. [...]
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Perhaps surprising to many people is the sedate indoor demeanor and behavior of the sight hound dogs considering they are the fastest canines on the planet. These dogs, capable of reaching speeds of just over 40 miles per hour, are still some of the calmest and most relaxed breeds of dogs in the house, provided they have enough routine exercise. This almost dichotomy in behavior is because the sight hounds preserve their energy and small amounts of body fuel for times of sustained running. [...]
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Afghan Hound
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