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Breed Standards for
the Borzoi |
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General Appearance: |
It
retains the greyhound build necessary for running at great
speed, but it is larger and stronger than the greyhound |
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Head: |
Soft
expression; Inclined to be Roman nosed; Scarcely perceptible
stope; Long, narrow head, slightly domed skull; Small,
folded ears |
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Tail: |
Long
tail, carried low in a graceful curve |
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Color: |
Any |
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Size: |
Weight: male: 75-105 lb; female: 60-85 lb
Height: male: at least 28”; female: at lease 26” |
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Coat: |
The
long silky coat can be flat, wavy or rather curly. |
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Temperament: |
It
is independent but very sensitive |