Bakhmull

The Afghan Hound is a hound distinguished by its thick, fine, silky coat, and a tail with a ring curl at the end. The breed originates in the cold mountains of Afghanistan. Its local name is Sag-e Tāzī or Tāžī Spay. Other names for this breed are Tāzī, Balkh Hound, Balochi Hound, and Barakzai Hound.

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Size
Medium
Life
11.1-11.1 years
Group
Working
Origin
Afghanistan

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Reference source
Wikidata
Open source
Reviewed 2026-06-26

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