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Welcome to
AfghanHound.com
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Afghan Hound Rescue
to the rescue In 2007, 45 Afghan Hounds in
deplorable condition were removed from a ranch
by animal service in Placer County,
California. Afghan Hound Rescue
of Southern California
took over the care of the dogs
and today all the dogs have been placed in
permanent loving homes.
A multiagency task force
rescued 67 Afghan hounds Monday night from the home of
a San Miguel County, New Mexico woman.
Read
Story HereOnce again, Afghan Hound Rescue came to the rescue. |
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 In the 90's and early 2000, Sheba was one of the most popular dogs on the Internet. Like the Little Tabby, Sheba was a Petaluma girl. Petaluma Feral Cats  |
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The 2012
Afghan Rescue Calendar is out and ready. Support
Afghan Hound Rescue for the great work they do for
these wonderful dogs.
AfghanHound.com is a private web site and has no affiliation with AfghanHound.net or any other Afghan Hound web site. The intention for the calendar ad is to help Afghan Hound Rescue and to benefit Afghan Hounds in need. I urge you to support the breed rescue for the tremendous amount of work they do to save these magnificent dogs.
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He was called "the dog of Noah's Ark" by tribesmen hunters of Afghanistan. Earlier beliefs and even today many believe the Afghan Hound is the most ancient of breeds. The actual age of the breed is disputed with each reading, each author and each generation, but most acknowledge the Afghan Hound history goes back to approximately 8,000 years. Long-haired greyhound dog types were pictured and described in Egypt of 4000 B.C. In his native land, Afghanistan, the Afghan Hound excelled as a hunter where he was used against a variety of wild game, such as the antelope, gazelle and snow leopard. No other breed of dog can claim such exotic beauty and elegance as the Afghan Hound of today. The American Kennel Club describe the Afghan Hound as an aristocrat. "His whole appearance is one of dignity and aloofness with no trace of plainness or coarseness. He has a straight front, proudly carried head, eyes gazing into the distance as if in memory of ages past. The striking characteristics of the breed-exotic, or "Eastern," expression, long silky topknot, peculiar coat pattern, very prominent hipbones, large feet, and the impression of a somewhat exaggerated bend in the stifle due to profuse trouserings-stand out clearly, giving the Afghan Hound the appearance of what he is, a king of dogs, that has held true to tradition throughout the ages". Descriptions of the Afghan Hound can be difficult unless you live with them, but DigitalDog web site makes an excellent description in plain language and few words: "The drama of the Afghan Hound would seem unlikely in a world of Labradors and Beagles, and then, you go to a show or a park and meet your first Afghan. Rather like the beautiful girl at school that everyone presumes is snobbish but is instead a bit gentle and shy, the Afghan reserves its happy abandon, total devotion and exuberance for those it knows best. This is not to say that the Afghan is a retiring competitor in Agility or Lure Coursing, indeed, the cloud of hair as they partly sail and partly fly at a full run defies honest description. The most heavily coated of the sighthounds, the Afghan is an ancient breed who's cousins still populate the desert areas striving to earn their keep in a changing world. Imported to the US in 1926, the Afghan quickly earned a place here, where its fanciers are quick to note that the dog is intelligent, perhaps too intelligent to be bribed for a bit of a treat and too aloof to work for someone who lacks sincerity and true enthusiasm for the task. To live and train an Afghan Hound requires respect for a strong minded individual who is happily a teammate but never a forced participant". (From Digital Dog) I was in Montréal in 1954 when I saw my first Afghan Hound and I thought, if I ever have a dog this is the dog I want. That wish was not realized until 1982, when I answered an ad for Afghan Hound puppies. I had not planned to adopt that very day, but as I sat on the floor watching the puppies clown around, this little red brindle came to me, sat on my lap, and did not leave my side until I left carrying her in my arms. Sheba clearly selected me as her guardian on that day. As it turned out, Sheba had a destiny to fill and an important mission in life. She became the most important messenger of peace in my life and educated so many people about kindness to animals. Sheba was one of the most popular dogs on the Internet for more than ten years until 2004, when her site was closed. I must warn you, the Afghan Hound is not the dog for everyone. They are extremely sensitive to stress and can get literally sick to their stomachs, with severe digestive problems when in stressful condition. They are peaceful animals, they have special needs and demand lots of attention and maintenance. But with the right person, Afghan Hounds are delightful and loving companions. I shared my life with at least one Afghan Hound since 1982, and today I can hardly imagine life without one. Nika, my last Afghan, is almost thirteen and I know she has to be the last due to changes in living condition and my age. As young puppies, they shared my home like members of my family. I brushed, bathed and cared for them until the day they died. I love this breed and I dread the approaching day when I have to say goodbye to Nika. Even in her old age, Nika is still a very proud Afghan; straightening her shoulders and raising her head high when she sees someone coming her way. Never a show dog, but the true spirit of the Afghan Hound. |
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In memory of Megantic's Little Bear "Nika"  June 26, 1993 -- May 26, 2006  Always in my heart. |
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Nika
joined Sheba, Canio, Little Evita and Lttle
Sparrow at "My Pet Cemetery " on
Saturday July 29, 2006, 2:00 P.M.
430 Magnolia Avenue Petaluma, CA 94952 Several friends joined the memorial to honor this very special dog. |
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NIKA REMEMBERED
By Sue
The trick to walking Nika was running
shoes. Five years ago walking around the lake
at Lucchesi involved chasing ducks and birds with
her 6 feet in front of me running while I struggled
to keep up with her. With her graceful stride
and good looks, she attracted a lot of human
attention. She ALWAYS responded by prancing
faster with her fur flying and her head up knowing
the beautiful effect she had. However, she
always knew when to stop to give ME a rest.
Several times we went to the hospital and rounded the back by the emergency ward. On one such occasion she so cheered a woman who had just dropped her husband off, the lady wasn't sure whether to go into the trauma of the emergency ward or over to pet the joy of Nika. What good will ambassador could top this? Although she did fear other dogs, that didn't stop her from taking a boyfriend in later life. Although a tenth her size, she got down to his level to play. Love comes at unexpected times in life. Marcelle has used my calling Nika the Audrey Hepburn of dogs which explains a lot about Nika. She was gentle, elegant, beloved, and special. When the camera came on, she rose to the occasion with an academy award performance. I walk a lot of dogs, but Nika was my SPECIAL girl. May we always learn from and remember this remarkable girl. |
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