- Weight Male:
- Weight Female:
- Country of Origin:
- Coat Density:
- Brushing Frequency:
- Trainability:
- Energy Level:
- Pedigree Breed?
- Walk Per Week:
- 50 - 60 lbs, 23kg - 27kg
- 45- 55 lbs, 20kg - 25kg
- Afghanistan
- Fine, silky
- Daily/Weekly
- 3/5 Moderate
- High
- Purebred
- 30 Minutes Per day
- Height Male:
- Height Female:
- Ancestry:
- Grooming Needs:
- Coat Length:
- Friendliness:
- Barking:
- Dog Bed Size:
- Activie?:
- 24" - 26" , 61cm-66cm
- 23" - 25" , 58cm-64cm
- Affenpinscher, Chihuahua
- High
- 4/5 Rating-Long
- 3/5 Moderate
- Rare
- Large Sized Dog Bed
- Very
- Dog Breed Group:
- Dog Size:
- Shedding:
- Lifespan:
- Coat Texture:
- Excersize Needs:
- Activity Level Per day:
- Food Per Day:
- Apartment/Home
- Hound Dogs Breed
- Large
- Moderate Shedding
- 12-14 Years
- Straight, Fine
- 1-2 Hours Per Day
- n/a
- 2 -2.5 Cup Per day Approx
- Home Preferrably
About the Afghan Hound Breed Dog
- Originally known as 'Tazi', the Afghan Hound is a hunter bred to think on it's feet. Strong willed, indepedentent, aloof, self confident and has unique features in the cold mountains of Afghanistan.
- Afghan Hounds are an ancient dog breed (some claim dating back to Noah) have been famous for their elegant beauty, intelligence, independence, dignity and style-an Aristocrat of the dog world. Afghans made their first pilgrimage out of the Middle East with British soldiers, who brought them back to England in the 19th century.
- Being so adaptable the Afghan Hounds can do well in just about any size of home and size of family.
- The free-thinking, independent Afghan will decide for himself when he wants affection, and it will be on his terms
- Devoted, loyal, charming with a lively personality, extremely athletic capable of immense speed.
- The Afghan Hound is a special breed for special people. A breed expert writes, “It’s not the breed for all would-be dog owners, but where the dog and owner combination is right, no animal can equal the Afghan Hound as a pet.”
- This is a very old breed. In fact, some authorities maintain that the Afghan Hound is the oldest breed of purebred dogs.
- Afghans were rugged, fleet-footed hunting companions and status symbols of royals, tribal chieftains, and aristocrats in Asia’s mountain kingdoms.
Nutrition Needs for the Afghan Hound
- Afghan Hounds are athletic, active dogs, so be mindful that your dog is getting enough good nutrition to meet his needs.
- Recommended daily amount of 2 to 2.5 cups of high qaulity dry food a day, divied into two meals.
- How much your adult Afghan Hound eats depends on his Size, age, build, metabolism and activity level. A highly active dog will eat more than a less active dog.
- The Quality of the dog food and any nutrients and supplements given must be of good qaulity. Kosiproducts offer a range of natural nutritional healthy supplements, providing for a convenient and simple way to enhance the nutrient density of their food, giving you peace of mind that all health and happiness bases are covered. Remember...Healthy Pets are Happy Pets!
- Like with all dogs you need to keep your Afghan Hound in good shape. Regularly give him the 'Eye Test' and 'Hand Test' First, look down at him. You should be able to see a waist. Then place your hands on his back, thumbs along the spine, with the fingers spread downward. You should be able to feel but not see his ribs without having to press hard. If you can't, he needs less food and more exercise.
Kosipet Scottish Salmon Oil. Kosipet's pure 100% natural, no additives, unrefined scottish salmon oil, extracted from prime scottish salmon and micro-filtered to ensure purity. Salmon oil is a great way to augment your dog's diet. Salmon oil is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that support a healthy immune system, heart health, anti-inflammatory properties, healthy skin and coat and cognitive function. Salmon oil is used as a supplement to enhance your dog's health. Pets, particularly Cats and Dogs, need ceratin amount of Omega-3 fatty acids to maintain healthy skin, shinny coats and boost their immune systems. Salmon oil for dogs can support your companion’s heart health, give them a shinier coat, soothe their itchy and irritated skin, and even relieve some of their allergies and joint pain. The Fatty Acids in salmon create crucial hormones in your dog’s body that can better regulate blood flow and inflammation, and unfortunately these fatty acids are not found in your dog's body. They are instead found in cold water fish, and in particular, Salmon, shellfish, flaxseed and oils from nuts and plants.
Recommended Daily Dosage for your Afghan Hounds: Mix the Salmon with your Afador's Food and introduce gradually over 1 week.
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 10kg: 2 - 4ml per day / 1-2 Pumps / 0.5 - 1 tsp
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 10kg > 25kg: 6 - 10ml per day / 3-5 Pumps / 1-2 tsp
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 25kg > 50kg: 12 - 15ml per day / 6-8 Pumps / 2 - 3 tsp
Anumul Conceive Carry Whelp. Nutrition is also a leading factor in poor performance during pregnancy, Conceive Carry Whelphas also been formulated to deliver the essential nutrients required to ensure correct development of the foetus. The combination of vitamins, minerals and amino acids gives puppies the best start in life and ensures the lactating bitch has minimal stress levels. The complete balance of vitamins and minerals helps to ensure the female has optimum nutrition, preventing any problems relating to infertility. These advantages will help to ensure an easy conception, as well as a smooth pregnancy and easy whelping.
Recommended Daily Dosage for your Afghan Hounds: Mix the Anumul Conceive Carry Whelp with your Afador's Food at the first sign of a season or when season is expected.
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 10kg: 2.5 ml per day
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 10kg > 25kg: 5.0 ml per day
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 25kg > 50kg: 7.5 ml per day
Anumul Optimul Stud Support. Optimal stud support is formulated to meet the needs of the working stud dog. Fertility is important, and throughout a busy demanding season sperm quality can suffer. Creatine monohydrate is included as it provides an integral part of energy previsions in cells. The phytochemicals included in optimal stud support are derived from natural plant extracts to help maintain a healthy immune response, reinforce functioning of metabolic organs and are also known to improve libido. This will allow the dog to remain in peak condition during the breading season.
Recommended Daily Dosage for your Afghan Hounds:
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 10kg: 2.5 ml per day
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 10kg > 25kg: 5.0 ml per day
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 25kg > 50kg: 10.0 ml per day
Anumul Start Right. A multivitamin liquid for puppies, designed to support optimum growth and development in young puppies. A comprehensive range of vitamins ensures the healthy development of bones and muscles. Includes Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E and B Group Vitamins. Supporting the puppy with correct nutrition is essential during the early months of the puppy’s development. As puppies grow, their requirements for the nutrients increases, and delivering these essential vitamins allows this to occur.
Recommended Daily Dosage for your Afghan Hounds: To be fed at a level of 1ml per day per month of age. Increase as follows:
- First month 1ml per day
- Second month 2ml per day
- Third month 3ml per day
- Fourth month 4 ml per day
- Fifth month 5ml per day
- Sixth month 6ml per day and so forth.
Anumul Multi OIl & Joint Support. A highly palatable and easy to feed blend of oils to support health and wellbeing in dogs and cats of all types. Anumul Multi oil is a blend of Salmon, Wheatgerm and linseed oils, to give a broad spectrum of Omega 3, 6 & 9 fatty acids. The benefits of these are far reaching, as they help to maintain optimum immune system, ensure healthy digestion, provide slow realising. Feeding multi oil as part of the daily diet may help to ensure the dog / cat remains focused, has a strong immune system, with a healthy skin and coat, as well as supporting overall health and wellbeing.
Recommended Daily Dosage for your Afghan Hounds: Mix the Multi Oil with your Afador's Food and introduce gradually over 1 week.
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 10kg: 2.5 ml per day
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 10kg > 25kg: 5.0 ml per day
- Afghan Hounds weighing upto 25kg > 50kg: 7.5 ml per day
Anumul Life Saver. A paste formulation for ease of use, suitable for all new-born puppies and kittens and is of particular benefit to weak and undersized New Borns, and new New Borns from large litters as well as puppies/kittens failing to thrive. Containing a complex blend of colostrum, prebiotics,and nucleotides along with essential vitamins and minerals. Anumul life saver offers support to both the digestive and immune systems of new-born puppies / kittens.
Directions for use: For new-born puppies give 1ml (1 graduation) immediately after birth and repeat 5 hours later, repeat again on the second day. For puppies failing to thrive after 2 –3 days administer 2ml (2 graduation) repeating 2 –3 days
Anumul Prebiotic. A paste formulation for ease of use, Anumul prebiotic is suitable for all dogs and cats. Anumul prebiotic is formulated to support the digestive tract following digestive upset. Specific yeast derivatives help to balance the intestinal microflora and support the natural defences of the dog / cat. It is an ideal supplement for dogs / cats with sensitive digestion and those prone to immune challenges. Anumul prebiotic is ideal to use at weaning, at times of digestive stress and during any other situation where the digestive system has been compromised. Anumul Prebiotic is an ideal product for dogs and cats prone to weight loss following changesin their environment or increased levels of travel and competition.
Directions for use: To be fed at 1ml (1 graduation) per 5kg BWT (Birth Weight). For puppies/cats under 5kg, feed 0.2ml per kilo of body weight.
Anumul Travel Well. Long and short distance travelling can have an impact on the physiological parameters of dogs. Research suggest that transporting dogs can impact cortisol and corticosterone levels, indicating that transport is a potent stressor for dogs. Ensuring the dog can recover from the potential stress factors caused by travel is essential for optimum performance. Anumul Travel Well is a unique product, specially formulated to support dogs during transport, in particular transport prior to competition.
Directions for use: To be fed at 1ml (1 graduation) per 10kg of body weight prior to travel
Anumul Electrolytes. These are minerals that form ions within the fluid in the body. Electrolytes are essential for normal function of every cell in the body. The balance of electrolytes within the dog is crucial in maintaining optimum fluid levels in the body. Dogs require electrolytes in a number of situations, and these are particular benefit to dogs working hard during training and competition.
Directions for use: 5ml for small dogs or 10ml for large dogs directly into the mouth, or onto the feed after periods of stress or heavy sweating. (Clean water should be always available)
Health Needs for the Afghan Hound
- Afghan Hounds are very lean and store very little fat. Afghans are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they're prone to certain health conditions. Not all Afghans will get any or all of these diseases, but it's important to be aware of them if you're considering this breed.
- Allergies: Sneezing, eye and nasal discharge, itching, hair loss, and lethargy.
- Cancer: Abnormal swelling of a sore or bump, sores that do not heal, bleeding from any body opening, and difficulty with breathing or elimination.
- Juvenile cataracts: A "partial or complete opacity of the lens," and warns this is the leading cause of vision loss in dogs.
- Hypothyroidism: Thyroid gland Disorder, Symptoms include chronic ear infections, bacterial infections of the skin, hair loss, lethargy, and depression.
- Afghan Hound myelopathy is a degenerative disease affecting the spinal cord that can lead to paralysis
- Medial canthal pocket syndrome caused by the shape and angle of the eye which can lead to eye issues like conjunctivitis
- Afghan Hounds can experience Bloat, which is a sudden and life-threatening swelling of the abdomen.
- The Afghan Hound has a low pain tolerance. A minor wound is more bothersome to this breed than to other breeds, and this dog can sometimes seem whiny or babyish.
In consultation with your vet, tailor a diet regime of healthy foods, good excercise and Nutrition supplements like salmon oil, prebiotic and electrolytes can ensure that your dog has a happy and healthy lifestyle for years to come. With all breeds, there are certain health conditions more prevalent to that specific breed. It's important to acknowledge here that the right diet, providing all essential vitamins and minerals, will go a very very long way to mitigating against and minimising the severity of breed-related conditions.
Kosiproducts offer a range of natural nutritional healthy supplements, providing for a convenient and simple way to enhance the nutrient density of their food, giving you peace of mind that all health and happiness bases are covered. Remember...Healthy Pets are Happy Pets!
Excercise Needs for the Afghan Hound
- Due to their nature of being sighthounds, they have a very strong instinct to run off in pursuit of oerceived prey. As a result keeping them on the leash is a MUST!
- Afghan hounds need need a lot of excercise to burn their energy, short walk and short runs are not enough, they require long runs. They may look delicate and elegant, but these hounds love to run and play. Afghan Hounds are known for their speed and in some countries are even classed as racing dogs.
- They also need to be left to run 'full out' in secure fencing tall fencing, as the Afghan Hounds are lean and strong and can jump very high. High, secure fencing is a must if you plan on keeping your hound in a yard.
Training and Socialization Needs for the Afghan Hound
- Once Bonded the Afghan hounds are very loayl and affectionate, making it difficult for an adult Afghan Hound to adjust to a new home.
- Though they can make fine apartment dogs and true "couch potatoes," Afghans require plenty of exercise to ward off boredom and destructive behaviors such as chewing.
- Though highly intelligent, Afghans can be difficult to train because they are stubborn. They are highly sensitive to harsh correction, which often elicits a refusal to obey. They respond best to gentle guidance and firm discipline.
- Most Afghan Hound owners agree that no matter what level of training you provide, but it is extremely difficult to overcome the breed's hunting instincts to break off on a high speed chase.
- Afghan Hounds are sensitive and high-spirited and do not respond well to rough handling.
- Like any other dogs, Early Socialisation is the key.
Grooming Needs for the Afghan Hound
- Afghan Puppies have short fuzzy coats, whereas the adults have long silky coats requiring several hours of grooming per week to keep ther hair free of tangles and mats, as well as to remove any debris caught in the hair.
- Regular bathing and shampooing is also required together with nails being trimmed and teeth being brushed.
- Regular and careful grooming is essential if the Afghan Hounds coat is to be kept spectacular. The dogs coat has a tendency to to tangle easily, a professional groomer is recommended if you find it difficult or time consuming.
- Dogs, like the Afghan hound, that have hanging ears tend to get ear infections, as a result it is important to check his ears weekly, wipe them out with a cotton ball moistened with a recommended cleanser.
- Like all dogs, grooming should be introduced very early in their puppyhood so that they get accustomed to it early on and make it a happy and positive experience with lots of praises and treats
Comfort Needs for the Afghan Hound
Just like all of us, The Afghan Hound dogs also need a place of their own, their own little corner, that is why Dog Beds are an essential part of a dogs daily life. We recommend a Large sized dog bed. It is the place where they feel safe, kosi and comfortable. A dog bed in the house is where the dogs home is, the rest of the home belongs to others. Just like your children retreat to their rooms and the adults retreat to their corners in the home, so does the dog retreats to its dog bed. Dog and Pet Beds are essential so as to ensure that the Pet does not feel alienated or a ‘2nd class citizen’ in the home. The dog bed is like a place of refuge and space. Kosiproducts offer three main types of dog beds to help your dog feel comfortable and at home as well giving your dog that beauty sleep it needs. Kosiproducts offer the Flat Bed Thick Foam Mattress, The Cushion Style Dog Bed and the Orthpeadic (Orthopedic) Dog Bed. Each style having its own distinct purpose and advantages. A number of factors were considered when making these dog beds:
- To make the dog feel at ease when using the dog bed.
- To cater for different sizes of dogs, different medical and health needs.
- The more comfortable the dog feels, the better the quality of the sleep be.
- Ensuring the dog bed is large enough for the dog to lounge on and sleep on.
- Dogs love the feel of the earth (soil) the fleece fabric covers mimic that sensation, which the dogs love pawing at before resting.
- Ensuring the dog beds can be easily kept clean, these dog beds use removable and machine washable fleece fabric covers.
- Value for Money - Dogs in time will eventually ruin their dog beds, that is why these dog beds are designed in a way that if taken care, they will last a long time and when the time does come to replace the dog bed then the cost is not a daunting one.
Kosipet Waterproof Cushion dog beds are light weight, rectangle in shape, easy to look after and fairly portable. The Cushion Dog bed is filled with hollow fibre and memory foam fillings which is encassed in a waterproof covering thus giving the fibre the protection it needs, giving the bed a nice comfortable feel and bounce back. These cushion dog beds have a removable Fleece Fabric dog bed cover with hard grip fastening. Which is easy to clean and easy to replace. The hollow Fibre Dog beds provides for soft to medium support. The Dog beds do not flatten over time, providing they are cared and looked after. Kosipet dog beds come with an additional dog bed cover for free when you buy any dog bed. The extra replacement dog bed cover will help with the longevity of the dog bed as you can replace the spoiled dog bed cover immediately with a clean one whilist the other one is in the wash. These cushion dog beds, feel just like the large floor cushion you would use at home, snuggly and comfortable and Kosi. There are 3 Sizes and nearly 20 colours to choose from.
Kosipet Waterproof Thick Foam dog beds are light weight, rectangle in shape, easy to look after and fairly portable. The Thick Foam Dog bed is made 10cm of Recycled Thick Foam which is encassed in a waterproof covering thus giving the Foam Pad the protection it needs. The Thick Foam dog beds are firmer in feel and provide for Medium to Heavy support. They have a removable Fleece Fabric dog bed cover with hard grip fastening. Which is easy to clean and easy to replace. The Dog beds do not flatten over time, providing they are cared and looked after. Kosipet dog beds come with an additional dog bed cover for free when you buy any dog bed. The extra replacement dog bed cover will help with the longevity of the dog bed as you can replace the spoiled dog bed cover immediately with a clean one whilist the other one is in the wash. These Thick foam dog bed mattresses are just like the beds one would sleep in at home, firm, comfortable yet Kosi. There are 3 Sizes and nearly 20 colours to choose from.
Kosipet Waterproof Orthopaedic (Orthopedic) Dog Bed Mattresses are very similar to the thick foam dog bed mattress, but the foam used is specially sourced and is thicker, denser and firmer. They are specifically designed for dogs that are of age and have difficulties moving around, dogs with severe ailments such arthritis and hip and back problems, they are also designed for the heavier dogs that require something a little firmer to lounge on. These orthopaedic (orthopedic) dog beds are comparatively cheaper to other dog beds purely because of the way the foam is made. The dog bed Foam Pad is encassed in a waterproof covering with an outer removable and machine washable fleece fabric cover. All kosipet dog beds come with an additional dog bed cover for free. The extra replacement dog bed cover will help with the longevity of the dog bed as you can replace the spoiled dog bed cover immediately with a clean one whilist the other one is in the wash. These Thick foam dog bed mattresses are just like the beds one would sleep in at home, firm, comfortable yet Kosi. There are 3 Sizes and nearly 20 colours to choose from.