CHANDHARA Afghan Hounds
True quality that is timeless.
You may have found this site because you were looking for a puppy, or because you were looking for information on the breed. Puppy seekers should start by looking at the page titled "What you need to know when buying an Afghan Hound puppy" , This covers choosing an Afghan Hound breeder, and things the breeder will want to know about you.
The Afghan Hound is one of the true "Ancient" breeds with a heritage dating back 16,000 years to the mountains of central Asia, and Afghanistan.
Afghan hounds are known as elegant, exotic and highly athletic sighthounds that originated in the highly mountainous and rugged country of Afghanistan. They are one of the oldest breeds in the world with their ancestry tracing back thousands of years to the first descendants of the prehistoric wolf. Modern research of canine origins at the DNA level has them listed as one of the “ancient” breeds from which modern dogs now descend.
Unlike modern breeds which have been selected for obedience, not independence Afghan Hounds were prized for their intelligence. Yes, Afghan Hounds can be “obedience trained” but using very different methods, repetitive exercises are not necessary, and the Afghan Hound will lose interest.
As a companion they are very easy to live with, they enjoy free running, having fun, playing “tag” and leaping over tall things with a single bound - then flopping down on the grass in the sun, in the snow, or on the couch in the home relaxing.
The section "Myths and realities" will explain the many conflicting pieces of information about the breed that you will find on the internet and in telephone conversations.
I will continue with my update to this website and will be adding more information on questions that people have been asking. One of the first things that people who have contacted me about getting a puppy want to know is what kind of price range to expect for an Afghan Hound. I will be going into this in detail and revisions will be dated as things do change. Check the menu for information about buying a puppy. I will also be covering questions about the breed that people ask. A lot has already been covered in the Myths and Realities section, so do check there.
I am investigating the possibility of creating an e-mail newsletter dedicated to owners, former owners, breeders, retired breeders, and people who are new to the breed or simply want information. I would like to know how many people would be interested in receiving it. It will be free of charge, no cost to you. I do have to pay to maintain this website, $18 USD every month, so this is a public service from me to the breed. If you are interested, please write to me at mynewsletter@chandhara.com
If you are thinking of buying an Afghan Hound puppy or need advice about one that you currently own, write to me at afghanhounds@chandhara.com. I have always been available to answer questions from people no matter where they obtained their puppy. My efforts towards a potential rescue situation are doing everything I can to help people keep their dogs so that they never do end up in rescue. If that is unavoidable eg due to death or incapacity of an owner, I will direct them to known and reputable dedicated Afghan Hound rescue groups, NOT the bogus “rescues” that you might find on the internet.
This site is being edited - For anything to do with Afghan Hounds you can reach me at afghanhounds@chandhara.com . For anything else you can contact me at shuntcrowley@yahoo.com . I am still not back on Facebook but plan on getting back on there soon. Stephanie Hunt-Crowley