About the Afghan Hound
The Afghan Hound is a haughty and dignified aristocrat of breathtaking beauty who is one of the most eye-catching of all dog breeds. Despite his regal appearance, the Afghan has an appealing sense of humour and a deep sense of loyalty.
The Afghan Dog has a long, silky coat and is a huge sight hound. His primary purpose was to hunt, and if given the opportunity, he will gladly pursue any tiny animal. With this dog, basic obedience and recall training is required. The Afghan is a gorgeous and aloof dog who develops a strong bond with his owner. He must live in a huge house with a vast garden and receive at least two hours of daily exercise. His thick coat will require daily grooming to keep it clean and free of tangles.
Health problems that drive Afghan Hound insurance claims
These are the conditions associated with the breed — the reason insuring a Afghan Hound early, before anything is diagnosed and excluded as pre-existing, is the whole game.
Cataracts
$1,000–$5,000
typical treatment
Hypothyroidism
$200–$1,000
typical treatment
Demodectic mange
$200–$1,000
typical treatment
Hip dysplasia
$1,500–$6,000
typical treatment
Treatment ranges are estimates compiled from veterinary sources (linked below); actual costs vary by region and severity.
Renting with a Afghan Hound
Most of our readers rent — and the pet policy decides more than the insurance does. From the apartment communities we track nationwide:
81%
of apartment communities with a stated pet policy allow dogs
~46%
of apartments that publish a dog weight limit would accept a 60 lb adult (median cap: 50 lb)
$30/mo
median pet rent — about $360/year before any vet bill
$300
median one-time pet fee (a similar refundable deposit is common too)
Source: SafeButler apartment community dataset, 23,533 communities with published pet terms, July 2026. Full numbers in our apartment pet fees report.
Two costs stack for apartment dog owners: the building's pet charges, and the vet bills the building's fees do nothing about. Pet insurance addresses the second — and for renters, the liability side of a dog (bites, damage) runs through your renters policy, not your pet policy.
Care and grooming
The grooming requirements of the Afghan hound are extremely particular, but the more you do it, the easier it becomes. Brushing on a regular basis is the first and most crucial step: Brush your Afghan everyday, or at least for many hours a week, after it is an adult, to eliminate mats, tangles, and debris. Brush them on a regular basis since the longer you wait, the worse the matting will become.
Bathe them as least once a week, and after shampooing, some Afghan hound owners like to condition the coat. The good news is that they shed very little compared to other breeds, thus they're frequently labeled as hypoallergenic. You can also take them to the groomer for a "puppy cut," which is a short haircut that is only a couple of inches long, if you want to minimize hair care.
Common questions
How much does afghan hound insurance cost?
There is no single price — pet insurance premiums depend on your dog's age, your ZIP code, and the coverage you choose, and breed matters because it predicts claims. For the Afghan Hound, the conditions to price against are real: hip dysplasia treatment alone can run up to $6,000. Comparing quotes for your specific pet takes about a minute and is the only accurate answer.
What health problems do Afghan Hounds have?
The breed-associated conditions worth insuring against include Cataracts, Hypothyroidism, Demodectic mange, Hip dysplasia. Costs for these range from routine management to four-figure treatment bills, which is why insuring a Afghan Hound young — before anything becomes a pre-existing condition — matters more than for a mixed breed.
Can I have a Afghan Hound in an apartment?
Usually, but check the pet policy before you fall in love with a floor plan. In our apartment dataset, 81% of communities with a stated policy allow dogs, and among those that publish a weight limit, roughly 46% would accept a 60 lb adult Afghan Hound (the median cap is 50 lb). Expect pet rent and a one-time fee on top of your own rent — and note some buildings apply breed restrictions regardless of size.
Does insurance cover my Afghan Hound biting someone?
Not pet insurance — that covers your dog's own medical care. Liability for a bite falls to the liability portion of your renters or homeowners policy, and some carriers apply breed exclusions there, so it's worth checking both policies. Our guide to renters insurance and dog bites covers the details.
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