Borzoi Information

The Borzoi was bred by the Russian aristocracy for hundreds of years. They originated from several different types of the long coated bear hounds of early Russia, the southern coursing hounds of the Tatars, the Owtchar as well as other ancient sight hound types.

Great rural estates extended for thousands of acres were used for breeding, training and hunting for the Borzoi. The time, money and effort spent on this is unequaled in the development of any breed.

IN 1889, the first Borzoi was brought to the United States. The first American to visit Russia and import Borzoi directly from there was C. Steadman Hanks, who established Seacroft Kennels in Massachusetts. The Borzoi today remains largely unchanged from their Russian ancestors in appearance, gentle nature and ability.

Males should stand at least 28 inches tall and weigh 75 - 105 pounds, females should be at least 26 inches tall and weigh 15 - 20 pounds less than males. Their coats are long and silky and can be either flat, wavy or curly. They can be any color or combination of colors.

Health concerns with the Borzoi include Epilepsy, Hip Dysplasia, Cancer, allergies, Thyroid Disease, Bloat, Autoimmune Disease, Heart Disease, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) and Cataracts.

The Borzoi was known as the Russian Wolfhound prior to 1936.

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