Borzoi
Graceful and elegant with a gentle nature, the Borzoi is calm indoors yet loves to sprint outdoors. Loyal and sensitive, this breed forms strong bonds with its family.
Breed Characteristics
Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.
HEIGHT
75–85 cm (male)
68–78 cm (female)
WEIGHT
34–48 kg (male)
25–41 kg (female)
LIFE EXPECTANCY
7–10 years
Borzoi: Breed snapshot
Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance
Key Breed Characteristics
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Species
Canis lupus familiaris
Diet
Omnivore
"A Borzoi isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."
Temperament & personality
Understanding Borzoi's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.
Personality Overview
The Borzoi is typically gentle, calm, and reserved, often forming strong bonds with family while remaining aloof with strangers. They are generally quiet and dignified companions.
Key Personality Traits
Gentle and polite, usually reserved with strangers
Learns quickly, independent problem solver
Moderate energy, enjoys regular exercise
Not very playful, prefers calm activities
Adjusts to change but values routine
Strengths
- Graceful and elegant physical presence
- Quiet and gentle indoor demeanor
- Loyal and affectionate with family
- Low tendency for excessive barking
- Generally healthy with proper care
Challenges
- Strong prey drive towards small animals
- Sensitive to harsh training methods
- Prone to separation anxiety if left alone
- Requires daily exercise and safe running space
- Heavy seasonal shedding and grooming needs
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Intelligence & exercise needs
Borzois are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.
🧠 Intelligence & training
Trainability
Learns with consistency
Overall rating
The Borzoi is intelligent but can be independent and occasionally stubborn, responding best to patient, consistent training methods. They may lose interest in repetitive tasks and prefer positive reinforcement.
Trainable Tasks:
🏃 Exercise & energy levels
Daily Exercise
60–90 minutes daily
recommended per day
Borzois require daily exercise, including regular walks and opportunities to run in secure areas. While calm indoors, they need mental stimulation and physical activity to prevent boredom and maintain fitness.
Recommended Activities:
Is this breed right for you?
Borzois are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Borzoi would fit well in your home.
First-time Owner
Sensitive and independent, Borzois may be difficult for new owners to manage
Apartment Living
Quiet indoors, but needs space for regular exercise
Active Lifestyle
Enjoys daily walks but not overly energetic or demanding
Kids
Sensitive and reserved, may not tolerate rough handling from young children
Multiple Pets
Can coexist with other pets if raised together, but has strong prey drive
Being Left Alone
Dislikes being left alone for long periods and may develop anxiety
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