ADDITIONAL BORZOI PICTURES
Family: Hound
Breed Group: Southern, AKC Hounds
Origin: Russia
Date of Origin: 17th century
Originally used for: Wolfhound of the Royal Russian Court
Used today: Companion, lure coursing
Other Name(s): Russian Wolfhound
History of the Breed: The breed name comes from the Russian word 'borzoi' which means swift. This breed likely originated in the
17th century by crossing a desert sighthound with heavier coated native Russian sheepdogs and hounds. The borzoi was owned and favored by the
Russian nobility and used to hunt wolfs and other game. The dog is also known as the Russian Wolfhound.
General Appearance: A large, long and tall hound breed. The head is long and narrow with a slightly arched muzzle ending in a black nose.
The eyes are dark and oblong. The ears lie back on the neck but may prick up partially when the dog is alert. The chest is very deep and the waist
is narrow clearly indicating speed and power. The tail is low-hanging and curved. The longish silky coat may be wavy or with large curls, with a
heavy mane at the neck. The colors are typically white, golden, tan or gray with black markings.
Height & Weight:
Height 26-28 Inches
Weight 60-105 Pounds
Coat: Smooth on front of legs, ears and face, otherwise long but not wooly, straight, wavy or slightly curly
Color: No specific color - any color
Grooming needs: Medium
Temperament of Breed: A gentle breed that makes a good family pet.
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, care should be taken to keep them on a leash around small dogs in parks or open spaces. The Borzoi can
course (run down) other dogs and hold them by the neck.
Suitability as a watchdog: low, Borzois are very quiet dogs that seldom bark
Exercise Level: High
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Autoimmune thyroiditis, congenital heart defects, hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, bloat
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 11-13 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 96
First Registered by the AKC: 1891
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, BCUK, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
BCUK -Borzoi Club in the UK
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
Borzoi Club of America, Inc.
American Sighthound Field Association (ASFA)
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