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Lévrier Bakhmull

Imposing stature, tender heart

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Weight

20–30 kg

Size

Large

Lifespan

9–12 ans

Energy

Très élevé

Origin

et

Coat

|tête=Longue pas trop étroite

Maintenance

Faible

Training

Moyen

The Bakhmull Greyhound is a sighthound commonly used for hunting in Russia and Afghanistan. Not officially recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, it is nevertheless recognized by the RKF (Russian standard).

Profile

At a glance

Energy

Très élevé

Trainability

Modéré

Maintenance

Faible

Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.

⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds

L'essentiel

  • 1Large size (20–30 kg): plan for space, exercise, and food budget.
  • 2Life expectancy: 9 to 12 years on average, depending on maintenance and diet.
  • 3Very high energy level — plan for at least 1.5+ hours of daily exercise minimum.
  • 4Minimal maintenance — little shedding, occasional brushing.

Chapter 1

Getting to know the Lévrier Bakhmull

Physical

Breed standard

The Bakhmull is gentle, calm, discreet in the home and athletic outdoors with a strong hunting instinct. Like many Greyhounds, it is wary of strangers.

What if you adopted your future companion?

The Lévrier Bakhmull of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of lévrier bakhmull (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.

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Âge

What human age for a lévrier bakhmull ?

The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 9–12 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.

3 years
Birth22 years
Adult size

23 à 44 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.

Equivalent human age

30years

Adulte

Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.

Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +6 per year for a grand dog.

These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.

Alert

To avoid for dog

Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.

  • low-fat cocoa powderModerate
  • maltitolModerate
  • cocoa pasteModerate
  • onion piecesModerate

Calculator · daily ration

How much to give a lévrier bakhmull ?

Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.

25 kg
20 kg33 kg
Moderate

Result

288 g

per day · 1096 kcal

144 g / repas (2 par jour)

Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Lévrier Bakhmull

Is the Bactrian Hound suited to apartment living?+
This depends on the individual: its size requires space and exercise, provided its outing needs are met.
How much exercise per day does a Bactrian Hound need?+
1.5 to 2 hours of activity per day minimum, ideally with mental stimulation (games, tracking, dog sports).
What is the life expectancy of a Bactrian Hound?+
Between 9 and 12 years on average. Appropriate nutrition, regular veterinary care, and exercise contribute to a longer lifespan.
Is the Bactrian Hound good with children?+
To be evaluated on an individual basis: early socialization and mutual respect are key. Never leave a young child alone with an animal, regardless of breed.

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Sources & official links

Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.

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