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Female Rampur Greyhound tall example
This tall elegant dog comes from the Rampur region in India. The region is between Delhi and Bareilly. The Rampur Greyhound is a member of the big sighthound family. In North West of India it is often described as a smooth haired sighthound, substantially built. The dogs from this breed was the favourite pet of the Maharajahs for jackal control, but was also used to hunt lions, tigers, leopards, and panthers.
Young male Rampur Greyhound puppy
The Rampur Greyhound was considered a test of courage for a single hound to take down a golden jackal. Because of their body constriction, the Rampur is able to cover great distances at high speed. The length from the withers to the base of the tail is about 36 inches, the chest is deep in front but not very wide with well sprung ribs.
Rampur Greyhound male adult in white
The tail is long and tapering slightly curving upwards and carried low; it is about 24″–27″ in length. The circumference of the neck is about 12 inches and its long arched and muscular and rather broad where it joins the body. The length of the jaw is 9 inches and are powerful with a scissor bite. The males measure 60–75 cm (24–30 in) in height. The females measure 55-60 cm (22–24 in) in height. They weigh about 27–30 kg (60–65 lb).
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