Sight Hounds

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Instead of using their nose like scenthounds, sighthounds were bred for hunting by using their eyes. The majority of these dogs are large, such as greyhounds, Afghan hounds, and Irish wolfhounds. Sighthounds are grouped with pariah dogs in the UKC. Both these groups are ancient groups of dogs—there is evidence of sighthounds that dates back to the eighth century B.C., and the pariah dogs are the closest dogs to being wild among the species Canis familiaris. In fact, there are many pariah dogs that are still wild today.
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Sighthounds are also incredibly single-minded, like scenthounds. That can be trouble when combined with their fast speed. Owners insist that these dogs should always be on a leash in an unfenced area. Nevertheless, sighthounds make great pets. They easily switch between working and relaxing, and are wonderful and lovable dogs.

On the other hand, pariah dogs are not for every family. Their owner must have experience in handling this type of dogs. Even though there are pariah dogs that have been domesticated, there are others that have been known for being more in touch with their wild roots and may have problems with adjustment to a home life if they didnt get enough training. A pariah breed that has become increasingly popular as a family pet is basenji.

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