The Afghan hound is a very old sighthound breed. The coat is long and silky. It was originally bred as a hunting dog in Afghanistan; used for hunting wolves, foxes and gazelles.
Afghan Hound
From Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM, About.com
Afghan hound with groomed coat; prior to the time in the ring.
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