He is also has been recently utilized in the sport of Afghan racing. Long and fine. Yes, but better with families with older children. Bathing two or three times per month, paying special attention to the ears. Afghans loves to runs.
Daily exercise is needed, preferable morning and evening runs.
Potential for juvenile cataracts and possible hip dysplasia. Sensitivity to drugs, flea powders and tickicides. Rare cases of progressive paralysis. One of the oldest breeds, dating back thousands of years. He is a member of the Greyhound family.