Borzoi

Appearance: Impressively beautiful, large, elegant sighthound (males 28+ inches, 75-105 lbs). Luxurious silky coat. Built on the Greyhound template: swift and tough. Known as the Russian Wolfhound.

Traits & Characteristics: Aristocratic, calm, agreeable temperament. Can run 35-40 mph. Quiet, catlike, can be stubborn. Affectionate family dogs, but too dignified for roughhousing. Strong pursuit instinct requires fenced areas.

Origins: Russia, bred to hunt wolves.

Breed Characteristics

A scientific yet warm breakdown of human-canine compatibility and natural instincts.

Family Friendly

Social

3/5

Good with Children

Gentle

3/5

Stranger Friendly

Open

3/5

Dog Sociable

Playmate

3/5

Energy Level

Vigor

4/5

Playfulness

Interactivity

3/5

Trainability

Eager

2/5

Intelligence

Smart

4/5

Barking Tendency

Vocal

2/5

Protective Nature

Guardian

3/5

Grooming Needs

Care

2/5

Shedding Level

Hair

3/5

Please Note

Individual dogs may vary from breed characteristics. These ratings represent general breed tendencies based on typical traits.

Data driven by major kennel club standards and behaviorist observation.