# Afghan Hound

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## Basic Information
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Species | Dog |
| Origin | Afghanistan |
| Size Category | Large |

## Vital Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight Range | 23–27 kg |
| Height Range | 63–69 cm |
| Lifespan | 12–15 years |
| Puppy/Kitten Stage Ends | 18 months |
| Senior Age Threshold | 8 years |

## Puppy/Kitten Development
- **Neonatal Weight**: 400–600 g

## Adult Preventive Care
- **Exercise Needs**: 60-90 min/day, vigorous running and walking
- **Grooming**: Daily brushing, professional grooming every 4-6 weeks
- **Annual Exam Focus**: Eye examination, thyroid function, joint health, dental check

## Health Predispositions
| Condition | Onset Stage | Risk | Hereditary | Screening |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hip Dysplasia | adult | low | Yes | Yes |
| Cataracts | adult | medium | Yes | Yes |
| Autoimmune Thyroiditis | adult | medium | Yes | Yes |
| Afghan Hound Myelopathy | puppy | low | Yes | No |
| Laryngeal Paralysis | senior | medium | No | No |

## Obesity Management
- **Risk Level**: Low
- **Ideal BCS**: 4/9
- **Daily Activity Target**: 60 minutes

## Breeding & Genetics
- **Litter Size**: 6–8
- **Dystocia Risk**: Low
- **CHIC Required Tests**: Hip Dysplasia, Eye Examination, Autoimmune Thyroiditis

## Behavioral Ethogram
- **Locomotion**: Double suspension gallop, trotting with high head carriage, leaping
- **Social**: Aloof with strangers, deeply loyal to family, independent play
- **Comfort**: Stretching, deep sleeping on soft surfaces, self-grooming
- **Stress/Displacement**: Pacing, panting, avoidance, freezing
- **Breed-Specific**: Sight-triggered chasing, independent problem solving, counter-surfing

## Vocalization Baseline
- **Types**: Whining, howling, low barking, grumbling
- **Frequency Range**: 150-1500 Hz
- **Tendency**: Low

## Emotional Wellbeing
- **Anxiety Proneness**: Moderate
- **Top Triggers**: Loud noises, sudden movements, forced handling
- **Separation Anxiety Risk**: Moderate
- **Calming Interventions**: Quiet safe space, gentle massage, routine consistency, pheromone diffusers
- **Cognitive Dysfunction Risk**: Low

## AI Communication Decoding
- **AI-Trainable Signals**: Tail tucking, ear flattening, rigid posture, gaze aversion
- **Context-Dependent Vocalizations**: High-pitched whine for attention, deep grumble for discomfort
- **Interspecies Communication**: Uses subtle body language and eye contact to communicate with humans

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