15 Cool Facts You Didn’t Know About Afghan Hounds

The Afghan Hound is an ancient breed of long-haired hunting dogs characterized by increased sensitivity and calm, peaceful character.

This unique, ancient dog breed has an appearance quite unlike any other: dramatic silky coat, exotic face, and thin, fashion-model build.

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Hailing from Afghanistan, where the original name for the breed was Tazi, the Afghan is thought to date back to the pre-Christian era and is considered one of the oldest dog breeds

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The Afghan Hound was originally used for hunting large prey in both the deserts and in the mountains of Afghanistan, where his abundant, flowing coat was needed for warmth.

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