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Borzoi breed information and pictures
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The Borzoi is part of the Hound group. The Borzoi is a dog with Above Average problem solving abilities. The trainability of the Borzoi is Above Average. It was breed to be good for Companionship, Hunting, The Borzoi lifestyle is Adaptable; indoor or outdoor living
It is important that when contacting a Borzoi breeder that you express health concern issues and ask the breeder what they are doing in order to help mimimize them.
Please don't purchase your Borzoi from a petstore which commonly are known to support Borzoi puppy mills. Doing so only promotes inproper breeding ethics and promotes current Borzoi health issues. The AKC, UKC, FCI, CKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC registries recognize the Borzoi breed standard.
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Borzoi |
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Group:
Hound |
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Shoulder Height:
27.50 in - 32.25 in |
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Weight:
75-105 pounds |
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Exercise req'd:
Medium amount |
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Intelligence:
High |
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Suitability for kids:
Good |
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Registries:
AKC, UKC, FCI, CKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC |
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Country of Origin:
USSR; developed in early 17th century from Arabian Gazehounds and native coated breeds. These large tough hunting dogs were gentle in temperament and exotic in appearance. .
Character:
The Borzoi is proud and loyal to its family. It is also known for being calm and independent.
Temperment:
This dog is not fond of strangers. It gets along well with children but is not an ideal playmate.
Coat:
Coat is soft, and consists of medium-length wavy hair.
Care
Coat needs regular grooming. Excess hair between pads of the feet must be trimmed.
Colour:
Any color
Comments:
Purposes:
Companionship, Hunting,
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