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The encyclopedia of the dog. New York: DK Publishing. ISBN 978-0-7566-6004-8. Hancock, David (2012). Sighthounds: Their Form, their Function and their Future. Ramsbury, Marlborough: The Crowood Press Ltd. ISBN 978-1-84797-392-4. Morris, Desmond (2001). Dogs: The Ultimate Dictionary of Over 1,000 Dog Breeds. North Pomfret, VT: Trafalgar Square ...
Pages in category "Dog breeds originating in India" The following 21 pages are in this category, out of 21 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. *
The Indian pariah dog, also known as the Indian native dog, INDog, Nadan, [6] [7] South Asian pye dog, Desi Kutta, [4] [6] and Neri Kutta, [8] is a landrace of dog native to the Indian subcontinent. [5] They have erect ears, a wedge-shaped head, and a curved tail. It is easily trainable and often used as a guard dog and police dog.
A dog breeding unit was established at Saidapet, Chennai, during 1980–81. This unit primarily rears native breeds such as the Rajapalayam dog, Combai dog, kanni, and Chippiparai. [7] To create awareness and encourage dog lovers to rear native breeds, the Animal Husbandry Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu participates in dog shows ...
The shows follow procedures and guidelines set by the Indian National Kennel Club. Dogs are issued challenge certificates and championship certificates. Dogs are awarded points (depending on their breed and temperament) in every dog show and at the end of the year, the dog receiving the most show points receives the Dog of the Year award.
This breed is known for its exceptional speed and agility, making it an excellent hunter of antelopes and hares. [6] The Banjara Hound is a large dog, with males typically weighing between 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) and females weighing between 52-61 pounds (23-27 kg). The breed has a fine coat that comes in various colors, including light brown ...
The Mahratta Hound, sometimes called the Mahratta Greyhound, is a breed of dog found in India. [1] [2] [3] It is a sighthound, and like the Banjara Hound it is bred and used for hunting by the nomadic Banjara of Maharashtra.
The Kanni (கன்னி), meaning pure (also known as the Maiden's Beastmaster), is a rare indigenous South Indian sighthound breed of dog found in the state of Tamil Nadu. [2] Their native breeding tract is located around villages in the Tirunelveli, Virudhunagar and Thoothukudi districts. The breed is used mainly for coursing.