Dogs have been domesticated for thousands of years and some breeds have some really recognizable and outstanding features. While all breeds, by definition, are unique and easily defined there are some breeds that simply goes well past the mark of being unusual. These breeds often require special care and are definitely not dogs for everyone.
Some Indian dog breeds are Rampur Hound, Rajapalyam, Caravan Hound, Mudhal Hound, Chippiparai, and many more. Rampur Hound is the breed who loves human companionship and is well adjusted to other dogs. It has clean habits. They may appear lazy but will charge if needed. This breed was used as a popular hunter an appropriate day was chosen and intimated to all hunters.
Rajapalyam breed looks like a miniature Great Dane. They have powerful, muscular and heavy build. It is a typically boar hound which was used for hunting wild boar and hare. The dog needs plenty of freedom and space. If you properly trained the dog, they make excellent guard dogs.
The Caravan Hound probably owed its ancestry to these dogs. They were called so because they used to travel along with the caravans from place to place. This breed was usually selectively by the villagers to withstand the weather, hunt or immune to many diseases and has plenty of stamina. They are very keen and alert.
Mudhol Hound is a hardy dog and a keen sight hound. It is a dog that needs plenty of exercise and movement. It can't be managed in confined areas. They are ideally used for racing and hunting, though they make good companion and guard dogs. Mudhol Hound is obliquely placed. They give the dog an intelligent expression.
The Chippiparai is a native hound to Southern India particularly the district of Thanjavur. It needs very little grooming and enjoys the outdoors. Its food requirements are very minimal. It is very hardy and resistant to climate change.
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