Chippiparai

India

Thanjavurhund

67-77 cm

The Chippiparai is not an FCI recognized breed from India. The breed is recognized by the Kennel Club of India, representing India in the FCI.

Origin and History

The Indian greyhound race Chippiparai probably goes back to the Saluki, just as this could also be the ancestor of other greyhounds of the Indian subcontinent. Its present distribution area is the area of ​​Periyar. It was used for hunting on boar, deer and hares; In addition to his quality as a fighter, he is also valued as a guard of house and land.

Description

The typical color of the Chippiparai is silver-gray; smaller white spots are tolerated; other colors are variations of gray or brown tones. The typical wind dog coat is short and close lying. The elegant appearance has a shoulder height of 67-77 cm, and like his ancestor, the Saluki, but also the Rampu Hound.

Nature and use

Despite its svelte shape, he is like almost all greyhounds of robust nature. He is rumored that he is a " one-man dog ", that binds only to a human. The Chippiparai is a visual hunter, his movement gives the impression of extraordinary ease.