The Borzoi is a large and athletic breed of dog that was originally bred in Russia for hunting wolves and other large game. They are intelligent, independent, and graceful, and make excellent companion dogs.
Borzoi
Also known as Russian Wolfhound, Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya
Origin
- Country
- Russia
- Era
- 17th century
Group
- Hound
Lifespan
- 9–14 years
Size
- Height
- Male 74–81 cm · Female 66–74 cm
- Weight
- Male 34–48 kg · Female 27–39 kg
Coat
- Type
- long
- Length
- long
- Colours
- white, black, cream, gold, red, tan, brindle, sable
Traits
- independent, dignified, gentle, aloof with strangers, intelligent, quiet