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Caravan Hound

Friday, December 19th, 2008

AKA: Mudhol Hound,Maratha Hound,Pashmi HoundCaravan
Description: This type of breed is slender and tall. In proportion to their body, head is long, narrow with tapered muzzle, and a dark large nose. Its eyes are oval in shape and large that comes in any color may it be amber or dark hazel. They have jaws that is very strong. Their neck is very muscular and has laid back shoulders. Also, they have a long, wee boned and lean forelegs and its chest are strong too. Their back is long, well-muscled and broad. The loins are wide and deep and the abdomen is tucked in. Everything in this kind of breed is well proportioned and very muscular and strong. Moreover,They walk or run in high footed thus making their four legs flex. When it comes to their coat, they have 2 types: One that is short haired and smooth then the other one is soft,feathered and silky.

Temperament: The Caravan Hound is a very kin and alert breed. They are very intelligent and responsible. Because they are a keen hunters, they are always on guard especially with the properties of their family so they are very protective and suspicious with strangers. No one could ever touch them except their master. They could be trusted with some valuable stuff. Thus, it is also recommended for them to undergo socialization while they are still on their early age, for them to be able to familiarized the people around him.

Activity: This breed requires a large amount of exercise to maintain their energy also, running would be best for them to paired it with daily walks in a large area that is safe and enclosed. It is always advised not to off leash them when you could not secure the area first. Since they could ignore their master’s call if they could be alerted of some stranger or anything that could catch their attention. Exercise is their main requirement when owning this kind of breed for them to be well adjusted in their environment.

Health: No known health problems for this breed. Their life expectancy is about 10-15 years.

Grooming: They are just an average shedder. So they don’t require heavy grooming just a weekly brushing.

Breed Group: Hound
Color: All colors and combinations of colors are seen.
Height: Males 26-29 inches (66-74 cm.) Females 23-26 inches (55-66 cm.)
Weight: 100 pounds
Country Of Origin: India

Dynamics: This breed is very intelligent and alert. They are loyal to their master and guard the properties of his family. They are very suspicious to strangers and nobody could touch them except their master.

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Rating: 5.0/5 (2 votes cast)
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