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Borzoi (Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya)
Large Breed
The Borzoi is large and lean, and harmonious in his movement. Aristocratic in appearance, the Borzoi is noble, proud and very self-aware.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Russia
Weight
Males 34-48kg / 75-105lbs;
Females 27-41kg / 60-90lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 75-85cm / 29.5-33.5in;
Females 68-78cm / 26.75-30.75in (standards may vary)
Coat
Medium long coat
Markings
All colour combinations but never with blue, brown and any derivatives of these colours. Colours may be solid or pied. The fringes and featherings of the tail are considerably lighter than the ground colour. A black mask is typical.
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
Among the breed's talents are hunting, sighting, and lure coursing. The Borzoi is incredibly fast, a capable learner and can be trained in obedience. The Borzoi is affectionate with those he knows well and is able to get along well with children.
Temperament
The Borzoi is sweet, undemanding and undemonstrative. Highly intelligent, elegant, proud and dignified. The Borzoi is quiet, docile and reserved but affectionate and loyal with family. Of a gentle nature, the Borzoi is capable of getting along with children and has evolved to make a wonderful companion dog and family pet.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
Borzois are magnificent large breed dogs, aristocratic in appearance, lean and harmonious in their form and movement, and covered in a luxuriously soft, silky coat. The Borzoi is generally a very healthy breed of dog.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and companion
- Adapts well to most climates
- Does not require trimming or stripping
- Relatively inactive indoors
- Can be obedience trained
- Regular grooming needed
- Needs lots of exercise
- Not recommended for novice owners
- Sensitive to drugs
- Can be fussy eaters
- Prone to bloat