Tasy

Tasy
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The breed was first seen in the deserts along the Caspian Sea where they are used as a sight hound for hare, fox, marmot, and even wolfs. The dogs were very prized and special to their owners.

Its original native name, Tazi, betrays its connection to the very similar Tasy breed of Russia. The proximity of southern Russia and Afghanistan argue for a common origin for both breeds.

It may be closely related to the Russian Tasy breed. In addition to hunting, the Afghan was also once used as a herder and watchdog.

Historical notes: The Afghan Hound dog breed's original native name was Tazi, thanks to its connection to the very similar Tasy breed of Russia. Snuppy, the very first dog ever cloned (by scientist Hwan Woo Suk), was an Afghan hound.

by researchers studying ancient DNA have revealed that the Afghan Hound is in fact one of the most ancient dog breeds, dating back for many thousands of years. Its original native name, Tazi, betrays its connection to the very similar Tasy breed of ...

See also: Afghan Hound, Tazi, Cancer, Baluchi Hound, Balkh Hound