Meet the supermodel of the dog world - the Afghan Hound. Instead of hunting by scent and endurance like other breeds, they hunt by sight and speed.
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Dogs 101: Afghan Hound
Meet the supermodel of the dog world - the Afghan Hound. Instead of hunting by scent and endurance like other breeds, they hunt by sight and speed.
Added: Oct 19, 2009
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