Creepy Borzoi dogs are mysterious and are not very common. Moreover, many people are not aware of the Borzois breed. They are great companions for people who love giant breeds of dogs. These dogs also fill a need for people looking for graceful and lithe dogs. Borzois creepy Dogs are ranked 101st overall by the American Kennel Club (out of 201 Possible breeds)
Key Breed facts about Creepy looking Borzoi Dogs
- They usually are 26-30 inches in height.
- Their weight ranges from 60-105 pounds.
- Their lifespan is approximately 9-14 years
- They are found in red, Gold, Brindle, Blue, Fawn, Mahogany, White, Black, tan, and Cream colours.
- They are calm and amiable but can be stubborn and protective as well.
Creepy Borzois breeds are tough as they were originally bred in Russia to hunt wolves. On the other hand, they can also be sweet, caring, and loving. The borzois are among the few large breed dogs with slender bodies and long curly hair.
Borzois have a fascinating history that connects with Russian aristocracy.
How to Get Borzoi Puppies?
As you know creepy borzoi Dogs are very Uncommon nor are they popular. So the best way to get a Borzoi Puppy is to contact a registered breeder. It is a good practice to go through a breeder as they will screen for genetic and congenital health issues of Borzois to maintain their reputation.
Family Friendly Traits
Although the American Kennel Club describes the Borzois as Loyal, Affectionate, and loving dogs. But they also warn that they can be protective and stubborn at the same time. Borzois have average intelligence levels so they never impress you with their intelligence.
They are considered family dogs but are not recommended near small children because of their large stature and hunting lineage make them difficult to manage around kids. As small kids Lack social awareness and can’t deal with large dogs it may lead to trouble. Older people should do fine with Borzoi. They are not for small houses because of their large size.
Compatibility with other Pets
Now, the question arises whether borzois are compatible with others like White Crusty Dogs or Ecuadorian bull Dogs, Etc. Since Borzois are Hunting Dogs, they may have a Strong Prey drive, so they can be watchful. This means Borzois may chase cats and other pets, so it is advised to bring the Borzois on a trial basis before buying to ensure they will be a good fit for your family and other pets.
Essential Tips for Borzois Owners
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Food and Diet Requirements
If we consider the size of borzois, a thought pops into our mind that they eat a lot, but that is not the case. Borzoi puppies eat a decent amount of food because of their growth factor while adult borzois eat the standard amount of food like other dogs. It is advisable to put Borzois on joint supplement food. Borzois joints are easily affected as they age. also, avoid overfeeding because too much food leads to strenuous activity and can increase the risk of Bloat
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Exercise
Borzois are hyperactive dogs, so it is recommended to walk your borzois at least 30 times per day. This breed requires a lot of exercise and mental stimulation. Mental stimulation comes from spending time outdoors and giving them toys that will keep their brain engaged. If they don’t exercise properly, they will become hard to handle.
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Training
If you want your borzois to behave well and avoid their stubborn behavior, train them. Put the borzois in different situations and consistently reward them while ignoring their bad behaviour. Although they are not smart dogs and are occasionally aggressive, as they are hunting dogs at heart, you can train them to go out on a trial basis.
A Borzoi’s sense of smell is 10,000 and 100,000 times more acute than ours. The sport of scent work celebrates the joy of sniffing, in which the dog can use its nose to identify specific smells, turning the activity into an enjoyable and rewarding game. Now, some might think of how to throw off drug dog’s scent detection abilities, so those were highly trained dogs that could not be easily misled by introducing any competing odor as they only focused on target scents.
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Grooming
As borzois have long, curly hair, they need maintenance to keep them looking clean and good. Brush Borzois once daily or every other day to remove tangles or debris.it is advisable to bath borzois once per week.
Borzois shed large amounts of hair once per year, lasting two to three weeks. Borzois also need to trim their nails regularly if you don’t take care of these grooming needs. Serious health issues may occur so try to follow these grooming tips.
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Health and Condition
However, they are considered healthy dogs and are not prone to the diseases that affect other dogs. But borzois can easily cause two serious health issues which are dangerous and need immediate medical attention if symptoms appear; these are Bloat and osteochondritis dissecans. That is why it is advisable to buy borzois from reputable breeders and also put borzois on Joint supplement food.
Male VS Female Borzois
The main difference between male and female borzois is size. Female borzois are smaller than males and typically weigh 15 to 20 pounds, so males are taller than females. If you are looking for a smaller dog with slender looks, female borzois are the right choice for you. However, if you opt for bigger dogs that are over 30 inches tall and weigh over 100 pounds, male borzois are the best choice for you.
Conclusion
They are good for families who can provide them with ample exercise and mental stimulation. They are not suitable for families with small kids. Russians use these dogs of choice for wolf hunting, so they are hunters at heart.