• Borzoi are sighthounds and will chase anything that moves. They should never be allowed to run loose unless in a secure area.
• Borzoi can be sensitive to drugs, especially anesthetics, due to their lack of body fat. Make sure your vet is aware of this. The drug Ropum (Xylazine) should never be used for a Borzoi. Also, avoid exercising them on lawns that have been recently treated with fertilizer, insecticides, herbicides, or other chemicals.
• Borzoi can be fussy eaters.
• Borzoi can be prone to bloat. Feed frequent small meals and prevent heavy exercise after eating.
• Borzoi can be nervous around children and should be introduced to them at a young age if they will be in frequent contact with them.
• Borzoi bark infrequently and do not have strong guarding instincts. They make poor watchdogs as they cannot be relied upon to raise the alarm when an intruder is sighted.
• They can live successfully with cats and small animals if introduced to them at an early age. Some Borzoi only follow the "no chase" rule indoors and cannot resist the instinct to chase a running cat if outdoors.
• The Borzoi is not a common breed, so it may take some searching to find a breeder who has puppies. Be patient.
• To get a healthy dog, never buy a puppy from an irresponsible breeder, puppy mill, or pet store. Look for a reputable breeder who tests her breeding dogs to make sure they're free of genetic diseases that they might pass onto the puppies, and that they have sound temperaments.

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