The Banjara Greyhound is a lesser known dog breed. It is mostly found in rural Indian regions and is mostly used to hunt small game, guarding and herding. This breed was recently recognized by Continental Kennel Club (CKC) and has proposed breed standards. The Banjara Greyhound are large size dogs with long lean lines and … Read more
This medium-sized dog, which originated in France, is used primarily for hunting small game by sight and by driving them towards the waiting hunter. This breed has lean and elongated head without wrinkles. Eyes are dark and gentle while the ears are medium-sized, soft and cone-shaped. Muzzle is medium and slightly tapering. The neck is … Read more
The Anglos-Francaises de Petite Venerie was developed in 16th century in France by crossing English hounds with French hounds. The breed was used in packs as scent hounds to hunt small prey. The dogs of this breed are medium in size with, well balanced and solid build with incredible hunting skills. The head slopes gently … Read more
The Anglos-Francaises is a dog breed that has seven dogs listed under it. These dogs are Grand Anglos-Francaises Tri-color, Grand Anglo Francais Blanc et Noir, Grand Anglo Francais Blanc et Orange, Francais Tricolore, Francais Blanc et Noir, Francais Blanc et Orange and Anglo Francais de Petit Venerie. These French dogs are crossed breeds between English … Read more
The Andalusian Podenco is known by many other names like Podenco Andaluz, Andalusian Hound, Podenco Andalusian and Podenco Maneto Andalusian. It is a primitive Spanish dog that comes in three sizes; small, medium and large. The looks vary as the dog was bred for hunting and not for looks. Generally the dog has erect ears. … Read more
The American Staghound is a sighthound and is primarily used to pursue and hunt a variety of game, usually stag,wolf and coyote. This dog was produced by crossing of the Greyhound with Scottish Deerhound. It is not recognized as a breed as it is used more for its function as a sighthound than as a … Read more
The Chortaj is also known as Hortaya Borzaya, Chort, Hort, Chortaza Borzaja and Hortaya. It is a sighthound dog that originated in the Russian and Ukrainian areas. The dog is believed to be descendent of the Whippet or Italian Greyhound. It is a tall, lean but robust dog with large body parts. It has exceptional … Read more
The Chippiparai is a sight hound originating in south of India. This dog is similar to the Saluki in resemblance as well as Greyhounds. Mainly used as hunter of wild boars and other small to medium game, the dog has other attributes such as guarding instincts, friendliness and loyalty to its master. Generally aloof to … Read more
The Tamaskan Dog is a rare dog breed that is of the sled dog type. It originated from Finland and is a very versatile breed that is known to excel in obedience, agility and working trials. These dogs are capable of pulling sleds which is a trait that is inherited from their Alaskan Malamute and … Read more
The Tibetan Wolfhound is a cross of two very distinctive breeds, prized for their abilities to stand guard and protect, rather than their affectionate nature or easiness of companionship. Both considered ancient breeds, the Irish Wolfhound and Tibetan Mastiff have historical accounts of fighting and hunting side by side with their masters. The Tibetan Mastiff … Read more
