{"id":168067,"date":"2022-07-14T15:49:26","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T15:49:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/"},"modified":"2022-07-14T15:49:26","modified_gmt":"2022-07-14T15:49:26","slug":"is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Borzoi a good family dog?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Is_Borzoi_a_good_family_dog\" title=\"Is Borzoi a good family dog?\">Is Borzoi a good family dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Do_Borzois_like_to_cuddle\" title=\"Do Borzois like to cuddle?\">Do Borzois like to cuddle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#What_are_Borzois_known_for\" title=\"What are Borzois known for?\">What are Borzois known for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_quiet\" title=\"Are Borzois quiet?\">Are Borzois quiet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_aggressive\" title=\"Are Borzois aggressive?\">Are Borzois aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_easy\" title=\"Are Borzois easy?\">Are Borzois easy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_friendly_with_other_dogs\" title=\"Are Borzois friendly with other dogs?\">Are Borzois friendly with other dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_affectionate\" title=\"Are Borzois affectionate?\">Are Borzois affectionate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_aloof\" title=\"Are Borzois aloof?\">Are Borzois aloof?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_loyal\" title=\"Are Borzois loyal?\">Are Borzois loyal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_good_beginner_dogs\" title=\"Are Borzois good beginner dogs?\">Are Borzois good beginner dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#What_is_the_purpose_of_a_Borzoi\" title=\"What is the purpose of a Borzoi?\">What is the purpose of a Borzoi?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Is_the_Borzoi_rare\" title=\"Is the Borzoi rare?\">Is the Borzoi rare?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_smart_dogs\" title=\"Are Borzois smart dogs?\">Are Borzois smart dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Do_Borzois_bark_a_lot\" title=\"Do Borzois bark a lot?\">Do Borzois bark a lot?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_loud\" title=\"Are Borzois loud?\">Are Borzois loud?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzoi_dogs_aggressive\" title=\"Are Borzoi dogs aggressive?\">Are Borzoi dogs aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_stubborn\" title=\"Are Borzois stubborn?\">Are Borzois stubborn?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_difficult\" title=\"Are Borzois difficult?\">Are Borzois difficult?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzoi_good_with_small_dogs\" title=\"Are Borzoi good with small dogs?\">Are Borzoi good with small dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Which_dog_breeds_are_not_good_with_other_dogs\" title=\"Which dog breeds are not good with other dogs?\">Which dog breeds are not good with other dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_vicious\" title=\"Are Borzois vicious?\">Are Borzois vicious?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_friendly\" title=\"Are Borzois friendly?\">Are Borzois friendly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_social\" title=\"Are Borzois social?\">Are Borzois social?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-borzoi-a-good-family-dog-6\/#Are_Borzois_protective\" title=\"Are Borzois protective?\">Are Borzois protective?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Borzoi_a_good_family_dog\"><\/span>Is Borzoi a good family dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like most sighthounds, <b>borzoi are very sensitive and are one family dogs. They are friendly, but not gregarious, toward strangers. They are adequate watchdogs, and will bark. That&#8217;s about all they will do, and they are not very good at actually protecting you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Borzois_like_to_cuddle\"><\/span>Do Borzois like to cuddle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The short answer is that <b>some borzoi love to cuddle, and some don&#8217;t. While a borzoi will typically be very affection with its owner, they may not take well to strangers. As sighthounds, they may take off running if something catches their eye, even if you think its time to cuddle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Borzois_known_for\"><\/span>What are Borzois known for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Originally, Borzoi were <b>used to hunt running game, such as wolves, foxes, and hare, over relatively open ground. They had to depend on their speed, agility, and endurance to successfully catch their prey. The breed originated in Russia and has a noble heritage, as it was associated with the Russian aristocracy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_quiet\"><\/span>Are Borzois quiet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a dog breed that has a reputation for being relatively placid, Borzoi embody these traits. The American Kennel Club describe these dogs as having a <b>quiet, catlike way. They&#8217;ve earned a reputation for being dogs with a calm temperament.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_aggressive\"><\/span>Are Borzois aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But put simply, Borzoi dogs are gentle, shy, and friendly. <b>They are not prone to aggression, and cannot be considered to be an aggressive dog. As long as they are well-trained and socialized, they will be great in any scenario and situation, so you can rest easy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_easy\"><\/span>Are Borzois easy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unfortunately, <b>the Borzoi is known to be stubborn. Borzoi are intelligent and very affectionate with their owners, but are also independent and sometimes stubborn, so training may be a challenge, the AKC says in its Borzoi breed profile.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_friendly_with_other_dogs\"><\/span>Are Borzois friendly with other dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Borzois do well with other dogs, but they might not be the best companion for cats or other small animals. They are sighthounds, originally bred as trackers and chasers of small game. Borzois like children, but they do not like rough play.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_affectionate\"><\/span>Are Borzois affectionate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Borzoi are intelligent and <b>very affectionate with their owners, but are also independent and sometimes stubborn, so training may be a challenge. Patience and consistency are key. Overall they are usually gentle, well-mannered companions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_aloof\"><\/span>Are Borzois aloof?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are generally trusting of people and not shy. However, <b>Borzois sometimes act aloof towards strangers. In rare instances, Borzois can become aggressive, but they tend to be shyer on average.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_loyal\"><\/span>Are Borzois loyal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These are sweet, intelligent dogs who are <b>loyal and affectionate toward their families. Borzois are typically quiet and well-mannered but  can have a silly side, too, says Dr. Marty Becker, DVM. They rarely bark, and they clean themselves in a catlike manner.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_good_beginner_dogs\"><\/span>Are Borzois good beginner dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because of their great size and strength, they require early socialization to avoid either aggression (very rare) or skittishness\/shyness (more common). Usually sociable with other dogs of their own size, <b>the Borzoi is a deadly serious chaser of anything that runs, including cats and small dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_purpose_of_a_Borzoi\"><\/span>What is the purpose of a Borzoi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Borzoi dog breed was developed in Russia as a <b>coursing and hunting dog. These hounds hunted in teams of three to go after rabbit, foxes, and wolves. They later became popular as a companion for royalty across continental Europe.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Borzoi_rare\"><\/span>Is the Borzoi rare?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Borzoi is a <b>fairly rare breed, in spite of its famous origins in Russian nobility. They are large, lanky dogs that were initially bred for coursing large game and small game alike. This breed is not as common as it used to be, but they are truly amazing dogs and deserve all the attention they can get.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_smart_dogs\"><\/span>Are Borzois smart dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Borzoi are intelligent and very affectionate with their owners, but are also independent and sometimes stubborn, so training may be a challenge.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Borzois_bark_a_lot\"><\/span>Do Borzois bark a lot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Overall, <b>Borzois do not bark a lot. They are relatively quiet, timid animals that love their owners.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_loud\"><\/span>Are Borzois loud?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Possessed of a quiet dignity and independence, the Borzoi is sometimes compared to a cat  a very tall cat! Once past the boisterous puppy stage, <b>most Borzois are calm and quiet indoors, gliding through your living room with light-footed grace.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzoi_dogs_aggressive\"><\/span>Are Borzoi dogs aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These dogs are the very definition of all bark, no bite. They are generally trusting of people and not shy. However, Borzois sometimes act aloof towards strangers. <b>In rare instances, Borzois can become aggressive, but they tend to be shyer on average<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_stubborn\"><\/span>Are Borzois stubborn?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like most sighthounds, <b>borzoi are very sensitive and are one family dogs. They are friendly, but not gregarious, toward strangers. They are adequate watchdogs, and will bark. That&#8217;s about all they will do, and they are not very good at actually protecting you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_difficult\"><\/span>Are Borzois difficult?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because of their great size and strength, they require early socialization to avoid either aggression (very rare) or skittishness\/shyness (more common). Usually sociable with other dogs of their own size, <b>the Borzoi is a deadly serious chaser of anything that runs, including cats and small dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzoi_good_with_small_dogs\"><\/span>Are Borzoi good with small dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because of their great size and strength, they require early socialization to avoid either aggression (very rare) or skittishness\/shyness (more common). Usually sociable with other dogs of their own size, <b>the Borzoi is a deadly serious chaser of anything that runs, including cats and small dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_dog_breeds_are_not_good_with_other_dogs\"><\/span>Which dog breeds are not good with other dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Least Dog-Friendly Dogs:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chihuahua. English Bulldog.<\/li>\n<li>German Shepherd Dog. Great Dane.<\/li>\n<li>Pomeranian. Schnauzer.<\/li>\n<li>Shar-Pei.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_vicious\"><\/span>Are Borzois vicious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But put simply, Borzoi dogs are gentle, shy, and friendly. <b>They are not prone to aggression, and cannot be considered to be an aggressive dog. As long as they are well-trained and socialized, they will be great in any scenario and situation, so you can rest easy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_friendly\"><\/span>Are Borzois friendly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The short answer is that <b>some borzoi love to cuddle, and some don&#8217;t. While a borzoi will typically be very affection with its owner, they may not take well to strangers. As sighthounds, they may take off running if something catches their eye, even if you think its time to cuddle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_social\"><\/span>Are Borzois social?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Borzoi are intelligent and <b>very affectionate with their owners, but are also independent and sometimes stubborn, so training may be a challenge. Patience and consistency are key. Overall they are usually gentle, well-mannered companions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Borzois_protective\"><\/span>Are Borzois protective?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Protective and loyal, Borzois are good watchdogs with an excellent sense of restraint.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Is Borzoi a good family dog?Do Borzois like to cuddle?What are Borzois known for?Are Borzois quiet?Are Borzois aggressive?Are Borzois easy?Are Borzois friendly with other dogs?Are Borzois affectionate?Are Borzois aloof?Are Borzois loyal?Are Borzois good beginner dogs?What is the purpose of a Borzoi?Is the Borzoi rare?Are Borzois smart dogs?Do Borzois bark a lot?Are Borzois&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-168067","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/168067"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=168067"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/168067\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=168067"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=168067"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=168067"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}