*The Hound Dog Breeds*

*Afghan Hound*




*The Afghan Hound breed was developed to hunt gazelles, leopards, and rabbits. It is a medium to large sized coursing dog easily recognizable by its very long, silky, flowing hair and aristocratic appearance.

*Origin: Afghanistan.

*Other names: Baluchi Hound...Sage Baluchi...Tazi...Ogar Afgan.

*Description: Easy going...timid...high strung...generally stubborn...aloof...dignified...gay...able to withstand extremes of temperature.

*Behavior: Behavior problems may include sharp-shyness that leads to fear biting and irritable snapping, house soiling, picky eater, and stubbornness. The owner of an Afghan should also expect to spend considerable time grooming this dog.

*Compatible with children: Yes, if socialized. They are more compatible with older children.

*Typical Female Weight: 45-50 pounds.
*Typical Male Weight: 55-60 pounds
*Average life span: 12-15 years.

Temperament Level
Very High
High
Medium
Low
Very Low
1.Indoor Activity




2.Outdoor Activity




3.Vigor




4.Dominance Toward Strange Dogs




5.Dominance Toward Familiar People




6.Emotional Stability




7.Sociability - Within Family




8.Sociability - With Children




8.Sociability - With Strangers




9.Learning - Obedience




10.Guard Dog Ability




11.Watch Dog Ability




                                                                                

*Basenji*
*The Basenji (pronounced Buh-SEN-jee) breed is an African hunting dog about the size of a Fox Terrier. It has the unique properties of not barking (it makes a low, liquid wail instead) and of cleaning itself like a cat.

*Description: Sprite...alert...stubborn...speedy...frisky...tireless at play...anxious to please...obedient.

*Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo.

*Other names: African Bush Dog...African Barkless Dog...Ango Angari...Avuvi...Congo Dog...Zande Dog...The Jumping Up And Down Dog...Voiceless Dog.

*Behavior: Behavior problems may stem from the breed's unquenchable desire to play, which may tax the owner's patience and may also lead to destructiveness if the dog is left alone.

*Compatible with children: Yes...use discretion...may be unpredictable.

*Typical Female Weight: 22 pounds
*Typical Male Weight: 24 pounds

*Average life span: 10-15 years.


Temperament Level
Very High
High
Medium
Low
Very Low
1.Indoor Activity




2.Outdoor Activity




3.Vigor




4.Dominance Toward Strange Dogs




5.Dominance Toward Familiar People




6.Emotional Stability




7.Sociability - Within Family




8.Sociability - With Children




8.Sociability - With Strangers




9.Learning - Obedience




10.Guard Dog Ability




11.Watch Dog Ability






*Basset Hound*


 *The Basset Hound breed is a medium sized hound in weight, but its short, stocky legs give it a low-slung, heavy-boned appearance that is heightened by its "sad" and "droopy" expression.

*Origin: France
*Description: Obedient...great endurance in the field...hardy...able to follow a trail over and through difficult terrain...steady...placid...easygoing...mild temperament...never sharp or timid...stubborn, but can be controlled if treated with kindness and affection.

*Behavior: Behavior problems may include house soiling if not broken early before bad habits set in, stealing food from table and counter tops, howling if left alone, and a picky eater.

*Compatible with children: Yes.

*Typical Female Weight: 45-60 pounds
*Typical Male Weight: 50-65 pounds

*Average life span: 10-12 years.

Temperament Level
Very High
High
Medium
Low
Very Low
1.Indoor Activity




2.Outdoor Activity




3.Vigor




4.Dominance Toward Strange Dogs




5.Dominance Toward Familiar People




6.Emotional Stability




7.Sociability - Within Family




8.Sociability - With Children





8.Sociability - With Strangers





9.Learning - Obedience




10.Guard Dog Ability




11.Watch Dog Ability






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