Borzoi

Patellar Luxation

Legg-Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia

Heart murmurs

Borzois complete their accelerated growth cycle in 9 to 12 months, and they must get fed according to the vet's recommendation to ensure proper bone and limb development. This breed can be picky eaters. They are large dogs, but they are light, and they do not eat a lot. They are recommended to have a daily amount of 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Borzois, who are long-coated dogs, shed heavily at least once a year. During shedding season, they need to brush more frequently. Brushing them once a week with a rubber grooming mitt or tool or a de-shedding glove will help remove dead hair and maintain its appearance.

Borzoi's coat needs brushing weekly. Make sure all mats between the ears or between the hind legs are removed. Bathe him as needed. Trim their nails at least once or twice a month. Short, perfectly clipped nails keep your Borzoi's feet in excellent shape.

Providing your dog with raw bones can help to prevent plaque and tartar build-up. Make grooming a positive experience filled with praise and rewards to keep your dog happy.

Borzois are not high-energy dogs. Majority of Borzoi will be content with a regular 20-minute to an hour stroll and the occasional chance to run freely in a securely fenced field. They require lots of outdoor space to keep them busy, so a fenced yard is ideal for them.

Regular visits to their vet will ensure your Borzoi's health and well-being. Schedule at least twice a year veterinary care or as recommended depending on your dog's health. In these visits, your vet will complete a physical examination, take your dog's temperature and check his heartbeat, among other things.

Discuss with your vet any concerns you think needs immediate attention.

Borzois are affectionate and very sensitive dogs. They are friendly but not sociable toward strangers. They tend to be nervous around children, so they should be exposed to them at an early age if they will frequently be around them. Their size can be a challenge with small children. They're great for families with older kids who know how to deal with pets.

Borzois are house dogs that like the comforts of home. Expect to share furniture with them or provide them with comfortable beds to sleep in.

Borzois, like all hounds with a hunting pedigree, are independent, which can make training challenging.

Repetition bores them, so keep training sessions brief, enjoyable, and interesting. The secret to successfully teaching a Borzoi is constant positive reinforcement. Training through intimidation will never work. Borzois, when properly introduced, develop a strong attachment to their crate or beds and will often spend time alone in it.

Borzoi is a breed of large, athletic dog, and they consider small animals as prey. They like to chase cats, dogs, and rabbits. However, Borzois have been known to be able to live together with cats if socialized and introduced to them early on in life.

Borzois can be integrated and live well with other animals if introduced at an early age. Some Borzoi only follows the ''no chase'' rule indoors and cannot resist the instinct to chase a running cat outdoors. They are not known to be aggressive toward other dogs, although their sighthound heritage may take over in an uncontrolled environment, especially if small dogs are running around. Some can be aggressive toward dogs of the same sex, but proper training will help teach them not to chase or snap at smaller household pets and behave appropriately.