Borzoi vs American Foxhound
Compare Borzoi and American Foxhound side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Borzoi
American Foxhound
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
68 – 85 cm
53 – 64 cm
Weight
25 – 48 kg
27 – 32 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
11 – 13 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
1/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Borzoi
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
American Foxhound
Large
Summary
About Borzoi
The Borzoi is a tall, elegant Russian sighthound with a flowing, wavy coat and long, narrow head. Calm, sensitive, and catlike indoors, it is capable of sudden high-speed sprints outside and has a strong chase instinct, needing gentle training, socialisation, and secure exercise areas.
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