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Afghan Hound
An independent, athletic and sensitive sighthound whose dramatic long coat requires intensive care and must not obscure its hunting instincts.
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Score overview
| Characteristic | Level | Score |
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| 3/5 | ||
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| 3/5 |
Health 3/5 The Afghan Hound has a moderate health profile. Conditions to monitor include hip dysplasia, inherited eye and thyroid disorders, gastric dilatation-volvulus and breed-specific responses to some anaesthetic drugs. Recommended preventive care includes hip, eye and thyroid assessment, sensible meal management and veterinary procedures informed by sighthound physiology. Advantages Things to consider
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