Borzoi/ Russian Hunting Sighthound
Life expectancy
10 years
Age adult
36 months
Height (Shoulder height)
76 cm
Weight
40 kg
Coat texture
long-haired / silky / short straight hair on the face / wavy to curly
Coat color
all colors except brown and blue
Common illnesses
eye diseases / congenital cataract / degenerative myelopathy / gastric torsion
Food expenses per month in €
about € 82
Suitable for children
Rather yes
Needs a garden
Rather yes
Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment
Rather yes
First dog suitable
Rather yes
Allergy friendly
Rather not
Athletic
Very atletic
Attention
Needs much attention
Care and grooming
Medium grooming effort
Eager to learn
High
Exercise
Needs a lot of exercise
Nature
sensitive / balanced / active / clingy / athletic / intelligent / likes to run
Bred for
hare hunt / fox hunt / hunt/ hounding / wolve hunt
Common illnesses
eye diseases / congenital cataract / degenerative myelopathy / gastric torsion
Dog type according to FCI
sighthounds
FCI description
Sighthounds were bred to the hunt and drift hunting on flight animals, like gazelles or hares. They hunt, in contrast to other hunting dogs, on sight and rushed their loot to complete exhaustion. They are among the fastest land animals (~70 hm/h). At home they are cuddly, affectionate and sensitive, as soon as they want to go outside and they should live out their joy of running. With some the hunting instinct is quite pronounced, which is why you should at least offer an alternative occupation. If you have the possibility to do justice to the urge to move, you will find a faithful companion in a greyhound.
Short description
The Borzoi or Russian Hunting Sighthound belongs to the breed of greyhounds. Like other greyhounds he needs a lot of exercise and attention. It is a really big breed, therefore enough space at home is a necessity. They are known to be loving, relaxed, loyal and very passionate hunters.
This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.