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AFGHAN HOUND

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LIFE SPAN: 12-14 years
Breed Name: Afghan Hound
Group: Sighthound & Pariah
Origin: Afghanistan
Levrier Afghan, Afghanischer Windhund, Lebrel Afgano

HISTORY

Prior to European penetration into Afghanistan, the Afghan Hound was kept by tribal chieftains. The Afghan Hound was recognized by the United Kennel Club in 1948.

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