Afghan Hound

• Hard to train
• Dog breed group: hound dogs
• Weight: 50 to 60 pounds
• Life span: 10 to 12 years

The beautiful Afghan Hound dog breed is extremely elegant, affectionate and adaptable which can make excellent family companions. Unfortunately, they are quite difficult to train, especially for novice parents. They are famous for their ability to run fast over long distances. A few decades ago, they were also used for hunting large prey.