How smart is a Afghan Hound?

Afghan Hounds are considered to be of average working intelligence, ranking 79th out of 79 breeds in Stanley Coren's "The Intelligence of Dogs." While they score low in problem-solving (1/5) and obedience (3/5), they demonstrate strong social intelligence (4/5). Their independent nature often leads to them being perceived as less trainable, but this is often due to their unique personality rather than a lack of cognitive ability. For a deeper dive into the Afghan Hound's intelligence and how it relates to their astrological profile, explore our full article.