Borzoi puppies for sale in Nova Scotia

Breed history

The Borzoi is an ancient sighthound breed that originated in Russia over 400 years ago. Developed by Russian aristocrats by crossing Arabian Greyhounds with native Russian herding dogs, Borzoi were bred to hunt wolves, hare, and other game across the vast Russian plains. They were prized by nobility for their speed, elegance, and courage, and featured prominently in grand hunting parties known as “wolf coursing.” Following the Russian Revolution, the breed nearly disappeared due to its association with the aristocracy, but a few surviving dogs were exported to Europe and North America, preserving the line. Today, Borzoi are admired for their regal bearing, gentle temperament, and breathtaking grace.