Rampur Hound 🇮🇳 Indian breed
Origin: Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, India
The Rampur Hound is a regal, fast sighthound from north India, bred by the Nawabs of Rampur for hunting jackal and lion. Today, it's one of the rarest Indian breeds — calm at home, lightning fast in the field.
Personality & Traits
Tall sighthoundHigh prey driveCalm indoor presenceOne-family bondIndependent thinker
How to Care for a Rampur Hound in India
- Long daily walks plus a sprint area twice a week.
- Coat is short — minimal grooming.
- Cold-sensitive in north-Indian winters; needs a coat outdoors below 10°C.
- Apartment OK if exercise needs are met.
- Train with patience — not as eager-to-please as Labradors.
Indian Climate Tips
Adapted to north Indian dry heat and cold winters. Slightly sensitive to coastal humidity.
Indian Food & Diet
Two meals: rice + chicken/eggs. Lean and tall, so quality protein matters.
Common Health Concerns
- Bloat (deep chest)
- Hip dysplasia
- Cataracts
Did you know?
A Rampur Hound is said to have outrun a leopard in a Nawab's hunt — the breed was prized for being able to bring down a Bengal tiger in pairs.
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