• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Borzoi: This extra large breed of dog is a tall and fast moving sighthound with a narrow body and relatively short head. It dates back to the Medieval era.
  • The Borzoi were bred to specialise in chasing down fleeing prey (coursing)
  • Favored by the Rssian nobility many borzoi were killed or died from neglect following the Russian Revolution
  • They are sight hounds which catch their quarry by speed, running by sight and not by scent
  • They are considered suitable as a family pet  
• Fact 3 - Origin of the breed: Borzoi originated in Russia and was originally bred for hunting Foxes, Haresand Wolves
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 26 - 28 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Borzoi and Nicknames: Russian wolfhound
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Borzoi: The coat is normally silky, flat or wavy and short in some parts and comes in a range of colors, usually parti-coloured
• Fact 7 - Life of Borzoi: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 10 - 12 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Borzoi is the Hound dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
• Fact 10 - Choosing Borzoi as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Borzoi suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Borzoi are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Gastric Torsion
• Fact 12 - The warm coat of the Borzoi suited the task of hunting wolves in the cold Russian climate
• Fact 13 - Breeding Borzoi for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Borzoi

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