Chippiparai dog Breed
Chippiparai Breed Highlights
| Name | Chippiparai |
| Other Names | Chippiparai Dog Kanni |
| Popularity Rank | 358 |
| Intelligent Rank | |
| Origin |  India |
| Group | Hunting Dogs |
| Breed Type | Purebred |
Chippiparai General Appearance
| Size | Medium |
| Weight | 33-44 pounds (15-20 kg) |
| Avg. Weight | 38.5 pounds (17.5 kg) |
| Height | 25 inches (63.5 cm) |
| Avg. Height | 25 inches ( 63.5 cm) |
Chippiparai Hair and Care
| Coat | Double Smooth |
| Colors | Grey Fawn Red White Brindle Silver |
| Grooming | 1 Star out of 5 Effortless |
| Shedding Level | 3 Star out of 5 |
Chippiparai Characteristics
| Temperament | Loyal Independent Robust |
| Intelligent Rank | 4 Star out of 5 Smart |
| Trainability | 4 Star out of 5 |
| Playfulness | 3 Star out of 5 |
| Sensitivity Level | 3 Star out of 5 |
| Affection Level | 5 Star out of 5 |
| Social Needs | 3 Star out of 5 |
| Barking | 2 Star out of 5 Low to Average |
| Watchdog Ability | 4 Star out of 5 |
| Territorial | 4 Star out of 5 |
| Biting Potential | Low |
| Mouthiness | 3 Star out of 5 |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam | 5 Star out of 5 |
| Prey Drive | 5 Star out of 5 |
| Apartment Friendly | 4 Star out of 5 |
| Adaptability | 5 Star out of 5 |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone | 3 Star out of 5 |
| Fighting Dog | NO |
Chippiparai Good With
| Stranger Friendly | 2 Star out of 5 |
| Child Friendly | 1 Star out of 5 |
| Cat Friendly | 1 Star out of 5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4 Star out of 5 |
| Office Friendly | NO |
| Senior Citizens Friendly | 1 Star out of 5 |
| Pet Friendly | 1 Star out of 5 |
| Good For First Time Owners | YES |
| Service Dog | NO |
| Therapy Dog | NO |
| Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog | NO |
| Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) | NO |
| Boat Dog | NO |
| Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog | NO |
Chippiparai Health Factors
| Health Issues | 4 Star out of 5 |
| Health Problems | Hip Dysplasia Sensitivity To Anesthesia Cold Intolerance Food Allergies Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) |
| Life Expectancy | 12-15 years |
| Hypoallergenic | NO |
| Energy Level | 4 Star out of 5 |
| Exercise Need | 3 Star out of 5 |
| Sleeping Need | 3 Star out of 5 |
| Weight Gain Potential | 2 Star out of 5 Low to Average |
| Weather & Climate | Prefers warm weather |
| Stinkiness | Medium |
| Drooling tendency | 3 Star out of 5 |
Chippiparai Reproducibility
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days |
| How often can the Chippiparai have a litter? | Once a year |
| Litter Size | 4-7 puppies |
Chippiparai Summary
Resembles somewhat like Saluki breed Chippiparai also, shares its strong physical resemblance with them. The Chippiparai was traditionally used to hunt small game, predominantly hare, due to its intelligence and biddable nature. As the time passed they have successfully been trained as police dogs. Training Chippiparai is much easier when compared to the other hounds breeds. They need heavy exercise every day and to channelize their energy. Intelligent, Devoted, Obedient, and Highly |
Chippiparai History
Though Chippiparai is an original breed of sighthound from Tamil Nadu in southern India but still their roots are believed to be linked with an Egyptian breed of dogs known as Saluki the Royal Dog of Egypt. Being the descended from Salukis, this breed is most frequently found in the regions of Virudhunagar, Tirunelveli, Thenkasi, Thoothukudi, and Madurai, thought to be descended from Salukis. |