Afghan Hound (Detailed Introduction)

        The Afghan Hound gives off a noble feeling just from its appearance. Indeed, its elegant temperament and beautiful look have won the favor of many dog lovers, and this breed is very popular among foreign aristocratic ladies. So, is the noble Afghan Hound easy to raise? What should we pay attention to when raising this dog?

        The Afghan Hound is a large and active dog, so its food intake should be appropriately increased. Its daily diet needs to include 500–600 grams of meat or meat products, along with an equal amount of biscuits or cooked dry vegetable feed.

        Before feeding, the meat should be cooked and chopped, then mixed with an appropriate amount of water and cooked dry vegetable feed for feeding. Clean drinking water should also be provided 2–3 times a day. Feeding should be done regularly at a fixed time and place, requiring the dog to finish eating within 15–25 minutes. If the time is exceeded, the food bowl should be removed to develop a good habit of timed feeding.

        The feed must be fresh and clean; absolutely no old or spoiled food should be given. Especially in summer, leftover food from the previous day or meal must not be reused. Fresh food should be provided each time to prevent enteritis or poisoning. Food bowls and utensils must be cleaned daily and never left unwashed for a long time. Fish meat should also be added to the diet, which helps to keep the dog’s coat smooth and soft, maintaining its beautiful appearance.

        The ancestors of the Afghan Hound were hunting dogs and have an active nature. Therefore, it should be taken outdoors every day for walking, running, and jumping to maintain a lively and healthy physique. After daily activities, its coat should be groomed to remove dust and dirt. Body cleanliness should be maintained, and baths should be given regularly. Except during hot summer, after each bath, the hair must be dried promptly to prevent colds. Weekly ear wax, dental plaque, and eye discharge should be cleaned, and nails trimmed. Its eyes should also be washed with 2% boric acid solution to prevent keratitis.

        Regular training should be carried out to develop good habits such as not chewing clothes or sofas. The coat should be kept clean, and the dog should obey its owner’s commands, especially the habit of defecating in designated spots. It should not develop bad habits like arrogance, laziness, or uncleanliness and a sloppy appearance.

        During daily feeding, observe the dog's condition carefully, including its mental state, appetite, stool form, and nose pad moisture and temperature. If abnormal signs or symptoms of illness are found, take timely measures and provide appropriate treatment.

        To raise an Afghan Hound well, focus on three main areas: diet, care, and training. If these are done correctly, it is quite easy to raise a good Afghan Hound.