The first records for the existence of greyhounds in Poland come from the times of
Gallus Anonymus. Polish Greyhounds have also been referenced in hunting literature and artwork since the 13th century.[4][5] Thought to have the same ancestors as the
Hortaya Borzaya and
Borzoi, the Polish Greyhound was originally bred to hunt
great bustards and wolves.[6] The Polish Greyhound was considered the favorite dog of the
Polish nobility.[7]
Like many sighthounds, the Polish Greyhound has long legs and a slim, muscular build. Fur color varies among the breed, with the most common colors being black, tan, blue, and beige.[citation needed] They are double coated, with a rough undercoat that thickens in the winter to provide insulation.[citation needed] The Polish Greyhound's tail is long and sickle-shaped, curving upward at the end.[9] On average, males tend to be between 27–32 inches tall, while females range from 26–30 inches tall.[5][10] The average weight of a Polish Greyhound is between 60–70 lbs.[citation needed]
Temperament
Protective and territorial, they tend to be affectionate with their owners but reserved around strangers.[11]
^Resler, Tamara J.; Weitzman, Gary (September 3, 2019). Dog Breed Guide. National Geographic. p. 125.
ISBN9781426334450.
Bibliography
Eva Maria Krämer: Rasy psów. Warszawa: Oficyna Wydawnicza MULTICO, 1998, s. 294.
ISBN83-7073-122-8.
Goleman, M., Balicki, I., Radko, A., Rozempolska-Rucińska, I. and Zięba, G., 2021. Pedigree and Molecular Analyses in the Assessment of Genetic Variability of the Polish Greyhound. Animals, 11(2), p. 353.
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