The Kuchi |
Alangu |
The Alangu: This is a breed from South India from the Thanjavur and Tiruchi districts.
This is a tall breed with a noble carriage and short coat. The dogs may be red, fawn and black with white markings on their chest. The muzzle is black. The brisket is deep, and the limbs are well muscled. The back is long with the tail tapering to a fine point. The ears are set high on the skull and pricked. It has a long and graceful stride.
Kaikadi |
The Kaikadi is named after a nomadic tribe in Maharashtra. It may be white, tan, and black. The dogs are small (about 40 cms or less) with thin long legs, but powerful thighs and hocks. They make excellent watch dogs. They can hunt hare and vermin. The tail is long and tapering. The head is long and thin with prominent eyes and long ears that stand erect when alert.
combai |
The Combai is a pure bear hound, it is slightly shorter than the Rajapalayam, but appears heavier because of its built. The dog is usually red or brown with a black mask with a dark line along the back. They were used for hunting boar, bison and deer. History has it that these dogs were used as early as 9th century BC. when the Marawa Kings ruled South India. |
rajapallam |
The dog needs plenty of freedom and space. Properly trained they make excellent guard dogs.
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