Borzoi

Borzoi can be quiet, intelligent and independent dogs. Dog sports such as lure coursing, racing, tracking, agility and obedience as sport provide the physical and mental stimulation they require. Jogging also can meet these needs while taking advantage of the Borzoi's great ability to run. Borzoi have been known to bond with people by being animal-assisted therapy dogs. Borzoi can also be both stubborn and sensitive, which emphasises the importance of using highly motivational tools such as treats and favourite toys in a reward-based training.

Borzoi History:

The Borzoi is a tall, slender and regal breed that is thought to have originated from Russia during the seventeenth century, however it is widely believed that they were probably brought to Russia from Arabia in the years prior to that. The Borzoi we know today are the descendants of the Arabic sight hounds, various Russian shepherd breeds and Russian hounds that were used for hunting wolves. The breed was a favourite amongst Russian nobility and the popularity of the Borzoi soon spread to Europe where Queen Victoria and many of the British aristocracy started keeping the Borzoi for companionship. The Borzoi was imported into the United States by a Mr. Joseph Thomas in 1903. While the breed’s popularity suffered in Russia after the revolution, the Borzoi’s popularity in other countries allowed it to flourish in the western Europe and America.