AFGHAN HOUND — Of 
Egyptian origin, the Afghan 
was mentioned in documents 
as early as 3000 B.C. It was 
in Afghanistan that the breed 
was further developed. A 
hunting dog of great ability, he 
is used for hunting the leopard 
and coursing gazelles and rab¬ 
bits. The Afghan is alert, 
strong, and active and can 
withstand any temperature — 
either hot or cold. His coat is thick and silky and he may be of any 
color. He weighs about 60 pounds and is 27 inches in height. 
SCOTTISH DEERHOUND — A very famous old breed of the Scot' 
tish Highlands, used to hunt deer. A dog of great size, speed and 
courage, the Deerhound 
is also quiet and digni¬ 
fied. He has a coat of 
harsh, wiry hair, and in 
color is preferably dark 
blue-grey, but may also 
be dark and light grey 
or brindle; and yellow, 
sandy-red, or red-fawn, 
with black ears and 
muzzle. The Deerhound 
is from 28 to 32 inches 
in height and weighs 
from 75 to 110 pounds. 
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