Afghan Hound in Los Angeles

Large · Usually lives 12–14 years

Energy3/5

Trainability1/5

Grooming needs5/5

Shedding3/5

Heat tolerance3/5

Average heat tolerance: on hot days shift walks to mornings and evenings and bring water.

Often screened for: hip dysplasia, eye conditions, thyroid issues

Caring for an adult Afghan Hound

your dog (Afghan Hound, age unknown) is in their prime. Keep them fit, lean and busy, with a yearly vet checkup.

Yearly vet checkup, dental check and vaccines as recommended.
Year-round flea, tick and heartworm prevention.
Ask your vet about screening for: hip dysplasia, eye conditions, thyroid issues.
Ask your vet about the leptospirosis vaccine: LA County has seen outbreaks, especially where dogs share water bowls.

Keep skills sharp with short daily practice.
New tricks and puzzles keep the brain busy.
Independent breed: short sessions, high-value treats and lots of patience; keep on leash outside fenced areas.

Daily walks plus play or sniff time, matched to the breed's energy.
Change routes to keep it interesting.
Foxtail season (spring–summer): after walks check paws, ears, nose and armpits for grass seeds.
On hillside trails (Griffith Park and others) keep them leashed: rattlesnakes in warm months, coyotes at dawn and dusk.

High-maintenance coat: professional grooming every 6–8 weeks and brushing several times a week to prevent mats.
Regular brushing, nails every few weeks, teeth several times a week.
Check ears and paws after outings.

General guidance for dog owners, not veterinary advice. Decisions about health, vaccines, food changes and medication: with your vet.

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