Afghan Hound

Exercise by Age

1. Puppy (under 1 year)

   5 min per month of age, twice a day

   Limit exercise to 5 minutes per month of age, twice daily. Avoid high-impact activities to protect growing joints.

2. Adult (1-9 years)

   14,000 steps

   Full daily goal applies. Mix walks with play, training and mental stimulation.

3. Senior (9+ years)

   9,800–11,200 steps

   Reduce intensity by 20-30%. Shorter, more frequent walks. Watch for signs of fatigue or joint stiffness.

Exercise Needs

A very high-energy breed that needs 90+ minutes of intense daily activity.

About the Afghan Hound

The Afghan Hound is a large and elegant breed of dog that was originally bred in Afghanistan for hunting small game. They are intelligent, independent, and athletic, and make excellent companion dogs.

Facts about the Afghan Hound

• Exercise

  Scent hounds need long, sniff-friendly walks. Let them stop and explore — it exhausts them more than distance.

  AKC

• Behavior

  Scent drive overrides recall training — always use a leash or fully-fenced yard, no exceptions.

  VCA

• Health

  Long floppy ears trap moisture — clean weekly with vet-approved solution to prevent ear infections.

  ASPCA

• Training

  Hounds are strongly food-motivated — treat rewards outperform verbal praise for training consistency.

  AKC

• Did You Know

  A Bloodhound’s nose can follow a scent trail over 300 miles old — legal evidence in many US courts.

  AKC

Frequently asked questions

How much exercise does a Afghan Hound need?

A Afghan Hound needs about 14,000 steps a day. A very high-energy breed that needs 90+ minutes of intense daily activity.

How big does a Afghan Hound get?

Adult Afghan Hounds typically weigh 20–27 kg and stand 64–69 cm at the shoulder.

How long do Afghan Hounds live?

A Afghan Hound usually lives 10–13 years.

What is a Afghan Hound's temperament?

Afghan Hounds are typically Aloof, Clownish, Dignified, Independent, Happy.