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Borzoi

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The Borzoi[lower-alpha 1] or Russian Hunting Sighthound[lower-alpha 2] is a Russian breed of hunting dog of sighthound type. It was formerly used for wolf hunting,[2]:125 and until 1936 was known as the Russian Wolfhound.[2]:130[3]

Quick facts: Borzoi, Other names, Origin, Traits, Height...
Borzoi
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Other names
  • Russian Wolfhound
  • Russian Hunting Sighthound
  • Russkaya psovaya borzaya
OriginRussia
Traits
Height Dogs
75–85 cm (30–33 in)[1]
Bitches
68–78 cm (27–31 in)[1]
Weight
27–48 kg (60–105 lb)[2]:130
Coat Medium length, silky and wavy, short length
Colour Any colour
Litter size 1–11 puppies
Life span 9-14 years
Kennel club standards
Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard
Dog (domestic dog)
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